With growing renewable capacity, expanding transmission networks and new cross-Mediterranean interconnectors under development, North Africa’s power sector is emerging as a strategic complement to Europe’s energy system. The project will transmit up to 600 MW of power through a 220-km cable, helping integrate North African electricity markets with Europe and enabling exports when surplus generation is available. Libya’s Untapped Electricity PotentialLibya’s electricity sector remains largely domestically focused today, but the country sits at the center of a potential North African power corridor. New Opportunities for Energy InvestorsThese developments are set to inform discussions at the upcoming Invest in African Energy Forum (IAE) in Paris, where government officials, utilities and infrastructure investors will assess emerging cross-border energy opportunities. IAE 2026 (https://apo-opa.co/40Fn8sA) is an exclusive forum designed to connect African energy markets with global investors, serving as a key platform for deal-making in the lead-up to African Energy Week.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 21, 2026 16:10 UTC