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Nigeria's electricity generation rose from 3,951 MW to 4,300 MW between late March and early April, fulfilling a government promise to improve power supply within two weeks. The boost came from increased gas supply to thermal plants and better coordination among energy stakeholders.
Tanzania is investing $328 million to bring clean water to its remaining 1,575 villages without access, completing a transformation that's already helped millions. Since 2019, the country has more than doubled its rural water infrastructure, bringing clean water coverage from 65% to 85%.
After courts blocked attempts to freeze a $5 billion electric vehicle charging program, states and industry groups are pushing back against new rules that could slow infrastructure progress. The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program survived legal challenges and now faces procurement hurdles.
Sam Mitchell and Maureen Smith were both born in moving cars on Australia's Fremantle Traffic Bridge, 64 years apart. They joined 80 others for a special farewell ride before the historic bridge gets demolished and rebuilt.