Germany and Kenya have agreed to expand their cooperation on clean energy, with Germany committing to support Kenya’s efforts to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030.
The agreement was reached during a visit to Kenya by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Scholz met with Kenyan President William Ruto to discuss a range of issues, including trade, investment, and climate change.
In a joint statement, the two leaders said they were committed to working together to “achieve a clean energy future for both our countries and the world.”
Germany has already been a major supporter of Kenya’s clean energy sector. In 2019, Germany provided $119 million to help Kenya expand its geothermal power capacity.
The new agreement will see Germany provide additional support for Kenya’s clean energy initiatives, including the development of solar and wind power projects.
The agreement is a significant step forward for Kenya’s efforts to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030. It is also a sign of Germany’s commitment to supporting Kenya’s economic development and its efforts to address climate change.
In addition to clean energy, the two leaders also discussed a number of other issues, including trade, investment, and security.
On trade, the two leaders agreed to work to boost trade between their countries. Kenya is already Germany’s largest trading partner in East Africa.
On investment, the two leaders agreed to explore opportunities for German companies to invest in Kenya. Germany is a major investor in Kenya, with over 1,000 German companies operating in the country.
On security, the two leaders agreed to cooperate on a range of issues, including counterterrorism and border security. Kenya is a key partner in the fight against terrorism in East Africa.
The visit by Chancellor Scholz to Kenya was a significant event that will help to strengthen the relationship between the two countries. The agreement on clean energy is a major step forward for Kenya’s efforts to achieve a clean energy future.
