Africa is the least electrified in the world with over 50 percent of the countries in Sub-Saharan Africa having electricity access rates below 50 percent, while 600 million people are without access to electricity which is central for the provision of basic services, including primary health, clean water, education. Even the Global Stocktake text, a fundamental component of the Paris Agreement of 2015 used to monitor its implementation and evaluate the collective progress, released on Monday was heavily criticised for not containing a clear language on the phasing out of fossil fuels. The African Group of Negotiators is calling for an outcome that allows Africa to exploit its fossil fuels including coal, oil and gas to eradicate poverty while also funding renewable energy projects.  Should Africa be allowed to exploit its fossil  resources ?

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