<h1>Africa's Energy Future: Integrating Traditional and Renewable Sources Key for Growth; Electric Vehicles Need Strong Policy Support</h1> The Regional to Global conference in Port Louis, Mauritius, emphasized the importance of integrating traditional and new energy sources for Africa's prosperity. The event highlighted the continent's progress in electricity access, with sub-Saharan access rising from 26% in 2000 to 52% in 2022, driven by new power plants and renewable energy. Angola, Kenya, and Ethiopia have made significant strides in hydropower and geothermal energy. The conference underscored the role of developing countries in the global energy landscape and the potential for electric vehicles, stressing the need for strong government support and policies.