Ahmed Sewedy on cross-border energy interconnection
From Ahmed Elsewedy on Africa’s Potential, The Energy Transition, And Youth Education | Africa CEO Forum · · Al Arabiya English
“I think it's a must. We can see it in the Gulf, the interconnection in the Gulf and they're pushing more and more. We can see the interaction of the Gulf connected with Egypt through the sea. We can see the interconnection all over Europe. So for Africa, it's a must for this to make a big difference. I think it's been so difficult for Africa in the past and even today if there is no clear regulations and there's no clear path how we can do this and how what's what is the way for private sector to invest in Africa investing in Africa infrastructure is not easy the project can take three or four years just for approval.”
On , Ahmed Sewedy, CEO at Elsewedy Electric, spoke about cross-border energy interconnection during Ahmed Elsewedy on Africa’s Potential, The Energy Transition, And Youth Education | Africa CEO Forum on Al Arabiya English.
About Ahmed Sewedy
Ahmed Elsewedy, president and CEO of Elsewedy Electric, spoke at the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali in March 2025 about the need for cross-border cooperation and regulatory clarity to advance energy infrastructure in Africa. He described electricity access as essential for improving living standards, stating that "we need 100% infrastructure for electricity for everybody." Elsewedy argued that clear regulations and a defined path for private sector investment are necessary, noting that infrastructure projects in Africa can take "three or four years just for approval." He called on major financing institutions such as the IMF and EBRD to establish clear rules for private investment and to set long-term visions for energy needs. Elsewedy also discussed how Elsewedy Electric remains competitive against firms from China and Europe, citing the company's investments in technology, digital tools, and artificial intelligence. He emphasized a customer-focused approach, saying the company aims to "fulfill his needs and his problems with our expertise and our financials."