Constructed by China's Sinohydro Corporation and financed by a $1. 4 billion loan from the Export-Import Bank of China (Exim Bank), the project aims to increase Uganda's electricity generation capacity and reduce the country's reliance on thermal energy. [Photo/Xinhua] China's growing leadership in renewable energy and digital technologies is converging with Africa's vast. This report examines Chinese-backed energy projects in Africa from 2020 to 2024, highlighting the scale, strategies, and implications of this partnership for Africa's sustainable development goals. Strategic Engagement: From 2020 to 2024, Chinese investments totaling over USD 33 billion have. This report, authored by International Development expert Dr. Frangton Chiyemura, examines the scale and significance of Chinese-backed energy projects across Africa. A new report – China's evolving role in Africa's energy transition - by ODI Global, an independent. China's growing dependence on imported oil and gas has made energy security a central national concern. To reduce vulnerability, Beijing has diversified through global investment, with Africa becoming a key frontier thanks to its abundant hydrocarbons and exceptional renewable potential.
