Overview

Leoht Africa was commissioned to produce a multi-country investment analysis on renewable-energy-powered industrial parks across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya — three of Africa’s fastest-growing manufacturing hubs.

The project formed part of a broader energy transition initiative aimed at identifying bankable clean-energy projects that can power Africa’s next generation of industrial growth.

Our work provided governments, DFIs, and private investors with actionable intelligence on how renewable energy can be integrated into industrial infrastructure to reduce costs, attract FDI, and accelerate low-carbon development.

Objectives

• Evaluate the feasibility, ROI, and energy efficiency of renewable-powered industrial clusters.

• Benchmark policy frameworks and incentives that support private-sector participation.

• Identify public–private partnership (PPP) models suitable for large-scale renewable investments in Africa.

Scope of Work

Leoht Africa’s research team combined market analytics, investment mapping, and stakeholder consultations to create a comprehensive evidence base for decision-makers.

We assessed over 40 industrial zones and economic corridors, analyzing factors such as energy demand, grid capacity, and regulatory readiness for renewable integration.

Our findings were consolidated into a regional investor guide distributed to government ministries, DFIs, and project developers.

Results & Impact

• • Produced a 65-page investor brief highlighting 12 viable PPP projects across the three countries.

  • Identified USD 1.2 billion+ in potential renewable energy investments for industrial estates.

  • Provided actionable frameworks that are now informing feasibility studies for two major regional development initiatives.