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The Energy Talk - Storytellers of Africa's Energy Transition

CleanTech Africa
Currency Risk
Odyssey Energy Solutions
Africa Mini-Grid Program (AMP)
Africa Minigrids Program (AMP)
Repp 2
Gender Equality
Women In Energy
Global Women In Clean Energy Fellowship
UNDP
Clean Energy
Off-Grid Energy
Nigeria
World Bank
Madagascar
Minigrids
Infracredit

We are the storytellers of Africa's energy transition, covering the perspectives of Financiers, Policymakers, and Operators dedicated to pushing the continent towards a sustainable energy future. The podcast is hosted by Olubunmi Olajide and Chigozie Ubah. Episodes are produced by EnergyHaus Africa Social media and communications are handled by Sharon Boma Audio & Video are edited by Spectral-Play... more

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In the final episode of the Electrified & Exposed mini-series, we are pivoting from the private sector perspective to the public sector perspective. Podcast series host, Churchill spoke to two finance experts who are at the heart of the design and th... more

Currency risk (often referred to as FX risk) is one of the most under appreciated barriers to sub-Saharan Africa's energy transition. In many contexts it is not just a financing headache. It shapes which projects get built, which companies survive, a... more

Valentina Guido Bergamo, Senior Associate at RMI, joins as guest host on this episode of The Energy Talk podcast recorded in Kampala, Uganda during the Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) in 2025.

We discuss the role of women in Africa’s clean ene... more

Valentina Guido Bergamo, Senior Associate at RMI, joins as guest host on this episode of The Energy Talk podcast recorded in Kampala, Uganda during the Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) in 2025.

We discuss the Global Women in Clean Energy Fello... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Komolafe
Founder and CEO of First Electric, a mesh grid developer in Nigeria
First Electric
Episode: Electrified & Exposed Ep.1: Why Currency Risk Matters for Sub-Saharan Africa's Off-Grid Energy Future
Bodunde Akinola
Principal at CrossBoundary, advisor between investors and frontier markets in Sub-Saharan Africa
CrossBoundary
Episode: Electrified & Exposed Ep.1: Why Currency Risk Matters for Sub-Saharan Africa's Off-Grid Energy Future
Farida Ahmed Karim
AMP Comoros project manager
Africa Minigrids Program (AMP)
Episode: Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 2
Sylvie Wawizarra
Regional director, Ministry of Energy and Hydrocarbons, Madagascar
Madagascar Ministry of Energy and Hydrocarbons
Episode: Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 2
Ben Hugues
Director at Camco
Camco
Episode: CAMCO’s $250M REPP 2 Fund: Building the African grid of the future
Ieva Indriunaite
Policy and Market Development Lead
Camco
Episode: CAMCO’s $250M REPP 2 Fund: Building the African grid of the future
Emily McAteer
CEO and co-founder of Odyssey Energy Solutions
Odyssey Energy Solutions
Episode: Accelerating Capital Deployment in Distributed Renewable Energy: Odyssey’s Product Market Fit

Hosts

Churchill Agutu
Host of The Energy Talk Podcast, Collegium Helveticum (Zurich) and Energy Talk collaboration
Olubunmi Olajide
Host of The Energy Talk, leading interview conversations and guiding guests
Chigozie Ubah
Co-host and producer, conducts interviews

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • It's all about Energy!

    The Energy Talk podcast has featured very interesting and diverse topics within the energy domain in the first two seasons. The topics ranging from conventional fuels to solar and to climate change is a welcome addition to the list of clean-tech podcasts that you must listen to. Olu brings out a new energy in conversation with every single guest highlighting the amount of preparation done in producing every single episode. Build on the momentum!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GirishShivakumar
    India6 years ago
  • I might be a bit biased, but this is a great podcast.

    Podchaser
    5
    Olubunmi
    6 years ago
  • Interesting Guests, Great Interviews

    The podcasts manages to find interesting guests from all over the world and the energy industry. The diversity is quite unique, hosting climate activists and oil and gas lovers alike and giving everyone their voice while keeping it real. Great questions, inspiring conversations and interesting insights on whats on the collective mind of the energy industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ValeB95
    France7 years ago
  • Very innovative and interesting talk. Love it.

    Very innovative and interesting talk. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tloit.Ay
    United States7 years ago
  • I subscribe!!

    New, fresh and excellent! Well done Olu!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Triumph247
    Ukraine7 years ago

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Consistently fresh and engaging with strong listener engagement
Thoughtful coverage of Africa's energy transition with diverse guests
High-quality preparation and insightful questions that bring depth to conversations
Growing and loyal audience with a clear focus on impact and collaboration

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Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 1
Q: What role does mentorship play in advancing women in energy, based on your experience?
Mentorship is crucial; it helped a newcomer secure opportunities and navigate entry points, with examples of male mentors providing guidance without condescension.
Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 1
Q: How does the Global Women in Clean Energy Fellowship fit into AMP's goals?
The fellowship aims to address demand for training, mentorship, networking, and leadership development by creating a structured program across Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Zambia, building on AMP's network.
Africa Minigrids Program: Global Women in Clean Energy Episode 1
Q: What are the main barriers women face in the clean energy sector, particularly in AMP contexts?
The discussion highlights lack of technical training, mentorship, and networking opportunities as the biggest barriers, with a broader need for supportive coursework and programs.
CAMCO’s $250M REPP 2 Fund: Building the African grid of the future
Q: At what life cycle of the REAP 1 fund, Ieva, did you join the team?
I joined around 2021, by which time the fund was already operational; the shift then was to add more focus on policy and market development and enabling environments to support capital mobilization.
Electrified & Exposed Ep.1: Why Currency Risk Matters for Sub-Saharan Africa's Off-Grid Energy Future
Q: What instruments are available beyond hedging?
Beyond hedging, episodes discuss local currency financing, guarantees (e.g., InfraCredit), blended finance structures, tariff indexing to USD, and emerging ideas like stablecoins as ways to align revenues with debt service and attract local capital; each instrument has trade-offs and implementation challenges.

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This show centers on Africa's energy transition, bringing in financiers, policymakers, and operators who share real-world experiences and practical tools for expanding energy access. Episodes frequently explore financing structures for off-grid and mini-grid projects, local-currency and blended finance instruments, and how policy and regulation shape project bankability. A notable strength is featuring hands-on practitioners and government leaders who connect on-the-ground challenges with scalable solutions, including gender inclusion initiatives and sector-wide capacity building. The format often blends technical depth with policy context, offering listeners actionable insights for projects, partnerships, and fundraising across the contine... more

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