REFA 2026
REFA 2026 is hosted in Lagos
2026 Host Country: Nigeria
An example in Africa for fast and efficient policy changes to support all key energy development in the country
The power sector is undergoing a major decentralization shift following the approval of the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) in May 2025 and the Electricity Act (Amendment) in February 2026, which grant states broader regulatory powers over electricity.
Under the new impulse of the Electricity Act 2023 and its 2026 Amendment, Nigeria has embarked on a decisive energy transition with significant new policies and projects:
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Launch of the DARES programme, a renewable energy initiative targeting the deployment of 1,350 mini-grids across the country
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Development of a solar panel manufacturing facility with up to 1 GW production capacity
Nigeria is already positioning itself as a leading renewable energy market in West Africa, with major milestone:
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Home to the largest installed mini-grid capacity on the continent, currently standing at approximately 115 MWp
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The first privately owned 100 MW solar PV module assembly factory is now operational in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos