Mission 300

Overview

Access to electricity is essential for development. Yet nearly 600 million Africans ― about half of the continent’s population ― lack this essential resource, accounting for 83% of the global electricity access deficit.

To close this gap and help communities all over Africa build better lives, the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank Group, together with partners, have embarked on a mission to expand electricity access to 300 million people in Africa by 2030.

This ambitious initiative, Mission 300, will combine increased infrastructure investments with comprehensive policy reforms across the entire electricity supply chain.

Why it Matters

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The Impact of Electricity

Mission 300 will help:

People. Electricity can transform everyday life across Africa, especially in isolated and vulnerable communities.
Economies. Reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy creates jobs, raises incomes, and strengthens economic growth.
Climate. Renewable energy reduces dependence on polluting fuels, advancing climate and health goals while meeting energy needs.

Learn more about how Nigeria is investing in innovative solutions to accelerate their renewable energy transition and provide a roadmap for the rest of the continent.

Updates From the Africa Energy Summit

Highlights From Day 2

The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, held January 27-28 in Tanzania, convened African and global leaders from the public, private, and philanthropic sectors to commit to the ambitious goal of accelerating energy access for 300 million people in Africa by 2030.

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Read the Country Compacts

Twelve African countries presented their National Energy Compacts at the Summit, each identifying specific policy measures to address constraints across the energy sector and setting targets.

Explore the Compacts

Learn More About Mission 300

What’s Different About Mission 300?

Mission 300 aims to bring electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030 through African leadership, increased funding, and accelerated partnerships.

How Everyone Can Get on Board With Mission 300

Mission 300, led by the World Bank Group and African Development Bank, aims to provide sustainable electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030 through African leadership, low-cost financing, and global collaboration.

Powering Africa's Future by 2030

At the Mission 300 African Energy Summit in Dar es Salaam, African leaders, in partnership with global organizations, will come together to drive momentum toward the goal of powering 300 million people by 2030.