Africa records hydropower growth but Nigeria still suffers power shortages — Report (opens original article in a new tab)

Africa's hydropower capacity grew by 4,297 MW in 2025, but Nigeria continues to face power shortages despite its hydropower resources. The continent has only developed 10% of its potential due to financing and infrastructure challenges, while Nigeria's electricity access deficit remains the largest globally.

• Africa added 4,297 MW of new hydropower capacity in 2025, driven by Ethiopia and Tanzania's projects
• Nigeria faces power shortages despite having hydropower resources, with only 80 MW added through Kainji station upgrades
• Africa has only developed 10% of its hydropower potential due to financing, regulatory, and infrastructure challenges
• Nigeria's electricity access deficit affects 86 million people, leading to reliance on expensive generators