A new deal has been sealed by Genesis Energy Holding and Desert Technologies Industries Factory to make access to cleaner energy sources easier in Africa.
While signing the agreement at the 2025 Africa Energy Forum, the chief executive of Desert Technologies, Khaled Sharbatly, said, “This strategic partnership with GENESIS marks a new chapter in D-T’s mission to expand Saudi innovation into high-impact global markets.
“By combining our smart infrastructure solutions with GENESIS’s proven development platform, we are laying the groundwork for a long-term alliance that will accelerate Africa’s clean energy transformation—one project, one community at a time.”
Also, the General Manager for Development at Desert Technologies, Haytham Abdo, said, “Our collaboration with GENESIS reinforces Desert Technologies’ commitment to developing practical, scalable solutions for energy access across Africa.
“By combining our Sahara and mini-grid systems with GENESIS’s execution capabilities, we are creating the foundation for long-term, sustainable energy independence in communities that need it most.”
On his part, the chairman of Genesis Energy, Mr Akinwole II Omoboriowo, said, “This collaboration with Desert Technologies marks a significant step in GENESIS’s sustained upward trajectories mission to expand access to clean, reliable power across Africa.
“By leveraging D-T’s innovative solar products and our extensive experience in developing, financing and deploying sustainable energy infrastructure, we are not just providing power; we are empowering communities, fostering economic growth, and accelerating the continent’s transition towards a cleaner, more resilient energy landscape. This partnership is a testament to our unwavering commitment to closing Africa’s energy gap and delivering impactful change.”
“We are proud to partner with Desert Technologies as their preferred distributor. This partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering innovative and scalable energy solutions that meet the growing demand for renewables in emerging markets.
“This partnership goes beyond technology, it’s about collaboration, local empowerment, and the shared belief that clean energy should be accessible to all,” the Vice President for Client Coverage (Investor Relations and Strategic Partnerships) at Genesis Energy, Mr Michelle Okoyomo, added.
Genesis Energy is a leading pan-African clean energy infrastructure development and asset management company, and Desert Technologies is a global leader in smart solar infrastructure headquartered in Saudi Arabia.