Africa stands on the cusp of an industrial revolution. With vast natural resources, a growing youthful population, and increased connectivity, the continent has the ingredients for transformative economic development. Yet, one chronic obstacle continues to blunt its progress: energy insecurity. While large-scale infrastructure projects like mega refineries and pipelines remain idealized solutions, they are often beset by long timelines, funding gaps, and bureaucratic inertia. In contrast, modular refineries offer a nimble, scalable, and timely alternative — not as an endgame, but as a vital stop-gap in Africa’s push toward industrial maturity.
