West Africa’s Energy Paradox: Abundant Renewables, Chronic Shortages West Africa stands at a critical juncture in its energy journey. The region possesses the immense solar potential (4–6 kWh/m²/day) and significant wind resources, yet struggles with pervasive electricity poverty. In Nigeria,...

Solomon WadaSolomon WadaIn the heart of Africa, a continent rich in natural resources and cultural heritage, there lies a pressing challenge that demands immediate attention: the environmental and health impacts of lead-acid battery recycling. As Africa strides towards a sustainable...

An Invitation from Africa’s Roads Every morning, cars, okadas, and kekes flood the streets of Kano, Lagos, and Abuja. The lead-acid batteries powering them will retire in twenty-four months. Once the casing cracks, lead paste flows into drains, and acid...