“It also results in significant food spoilage owing to lack of refrigeration, particularly in countries already plagued with food insecurity, and plays a role in poor health outcomes given that less than half of all hospitals in the region have reliable electricity access,” the World Bank noted.
The program is also intended to support and empower women in the area, the bank continued.”Women, who are often disproportionately burdened by lack of energy access, will benefit the most and will also be provided additional income-generating opportunities to unleash their economic potential,” said the World Bank.
Energy achievements recently achieved
Somalia
An energy-related media outlet called SolarQuarter stated back in November that Somalia has made significant strides toward launching its massive solar project. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) is the project’s main source of funding. Its intended output is 3.5 megawatts.
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