Energy access and security in Eastern Africa : status and enhancement pathways

Abstract

The report offers a detailed overview of the state of energy access and energy security in countries of the Eastern Africa subregion. In reviewing the current state of energy access and energy access gaps relative to the numerous policy initiatives, the report recognizes the importance of energy in supporting the ongoing economic growth and social development of the region, and takes account of the multitude of energy policy initiatives at global, regional and State levels. The report considers the “middle-income” economic policy targets of a number of States in the region, and analyses the energy access requirements of these States accordingly. The report outlines in further detail the issues of energy technologies, infrastructure, energy resources governance, energy development and environmental considerations in assessing their potential impact on energy enhancement initiatives and programmes. The different country experiences and specific country challenges in enhancing energy access are illustrated in the case studies of Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda.