AFRICA SHOULD BE GIVEN THE FREEDOM TO PRODUCE ENERGY USING ITS OWN RESOURCES – DR. BITEKO.



📌 Urges continued mutual respect in Tanzania–Russia relations
📌 Tanzania to generate an average of 120 megawatts of electricity from coal
📌 Tanzania praised for its energy sector achievements



📌 Calls for a balanced global energy production system between rich and poor nations
📌 Russian companies urged to invest more in Africa

By the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, has called for African countries to be granted the freedom to produce energy using the natural resources available on the continent.

Dr. Biteko made this call on June 19, 2025, while speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum taking place in Russia.

He emphasized that Africa needs a program that will support its goal of reducing the large number of people without access to clean energy, while also highlighting some of the environmental consequences of using unclean energy sources.

He noted that Africa has abundant energy sources, including solar, hydro, and natural gas — as seen in Tanzania. However, African countries are restricted in their use of coal despite its abundance, whereas major global economies are still allowed to use it.

“There needs to be consideration for each country to utilize its resources for energy production. The current system treats all countries equally, but the reality is that we are not equal. For instance, Africa contributes only 3 to 4 percent of global pollution, yet it bears a heavier burden,” said Dr. Biteko.

He stressed, “Every country should follow its own approach to energy production, with the shared goal of reducing environmental pollution.”

Dr. Biteko also spoke about the strong diplomatic relations between Tanzania and Russia, calling for their continuation based on mutual respect and cooperation.

He outlined the benefits of this relationship, including knowledge exchange and support for energy project financing in Tanzania.

He revealed that Tanzania plans to use coal to generate approximately 120 megawatts of electricity.

On his part, Russia’s Minister of Energy, Hon. Sergey Tsivilev, said that President Vladimir Putin has taken various initiatives to join forces with other countries in finding solutions to global energy challenges.

Meanwhile, the Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, Mr. NJ Ayuk, emphasized the importance of unity between African countries and Russia to ensure that Africa’s voice is heard and that their agreements are implemented to the mutual benefit of both sides.

He also urged the Russian government to facilitate the entry of more Russian companies into Africa, especially to invest in the energy sector.

Additionally, he congratulated Tanzania for the significant progress it has made in the energy sector and encouraged other African countries to learn from Russia’s successes.

The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is expected to host participants from around 140 countries.

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