With growing renewable capacity, expanding transmission networks and new cross-Mediterranean interconnectors under development, North Africa’s power sector is emerging as a strategic complement to Europe’s energy system. Power grid linesThe trend is already visible in major infrastructure projects linking the two regions. Libya’s Untapped Electricity PotentialLibya’s electricity sector remains largely domestically focused today, but the country sits at the centre of a potential North African power corridor. Complementing LNG With PowerElectricity trade does not replace Africa’s LNG expansion – it complements it. North Africa’s electricity ambitions add another layer to this energy relationship.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 22, 2026 12:19 UTC