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Africa: Energy

Asked by Dame Chi OnwurahLabourForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 24 June 2025UIN 904787

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking to support a just energy transition in Africa.

Answered by Catherine West

Promoting access to clean energy in Africa is vital for supporting growth and reducing poverty across the continent. Through British International Investment, the UK has provided access to clean energy for over 26 million people. We support multilateral initiatives like Mission 300, which aims to connect 300 million people in Africa by 2030.

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