African nations urged to avoid hydropower reliance

An aerial view of Masinga Dam. The dam produces much of the hydroelectric power used in some parts of Kenya. FILE PHOTO | NATION

African nations need to diversify energy supply, particularly countries reliant on hydropower, industry experts said at an energy conference in Johannesburg on Wednesday.

The region has been affected by severe droughts in recent years, affecting not only food security but also energy supply in countries that make heavy use of hydropower.