Top 5 Green Energy startups in Africa

Nov 07, 2025
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By Alexander Gillet
1
Nuru
Funding: $50.2M
Nuru is a renewable and environment company that specializes in the fields of storage micro-grids and solar energy.
2
KarmSolar
Funding: $37.2M
KarmSolar is a private off-grid solar energy integrator in Egypt.
3
Qotto
Funding: $12.9M
Qotto is providing solar-powered energy solutions in West Africa.
4
Cambridge Industries
Funding: $12.8M
Cambridge Industries is developing waste-to-energy projects in emerging market.
5
Owanga Solar
Funding: $100K
Owanga Solar is delivering clean energy solutions to Congo.
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Editor: Alexander Gillet
Alexander Gillet is a senior editor for EnergyStartups. He has a deep background in energy sector and startups. Alexander graduated from Emlyon Business School, a leading French business school specialized in entrepreneurship. He has helped several non-profit organizations dedicated to promoting environmental education and sustainability and has written over 250 articles on energy technology for various websites. In his free time, Alexander enjoys yoga, camping and exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains. You can contact Alexander at alexgillet(at)energystartups(dot)com