Advancing off-grid energy access in Africa: How AI and digital technologies are redefining the frontier
AI and digital technologies are transforming off-grid energy access in Africa, enabling smarter, more adaptive systems that overcome traditional barriers like poor infrastructure, limited data, and financial exclusion. This article explores how innovations – from predictive maintenance to AI-powered credit scoring – are helping energy ventures deliver reliable, affordable power to underserved communities, while highlighting the risks and responsibilities that come with this digital shift.