President Ruto calls for global renewable energy commitment

During his remarks, Ruto discussed the need for Africa to pursue industrialisation and economic growth to combat energy poverty.

He noted that unreliable and costly energy limits Africa's ability to harness its resources for development.

“We must establish anchor industrial demand driven by energy-intensive industries,” said Ruto.

Ruto introduced the Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative (AGII), launched at COP28, aimed at expanding renewable energy on the continent.

 He announced an upcoming investment forum on renewable energy in Nairobi next month.

He observed that the “Pact of the Future,” adopted this week, requires commitment to address global financial gaps in renewable energy.

“The power of choice is in our hands — literally and figuratively. Let’s wield it wisely and make it count!,” he added.