New Delhi, March 21 -- In a significant move aimed at strengthening India-Africa energy ties, NTPC Ltd. has initiated discussions with Africa50 to expand cooperation across the African power sector.

The meeting between NTPC's Chairman and Managing Director and Africa50 CEO Alain Ebobisse focused on exploring joint development opportunities in a wide range of energy projects. These include conventional and renewable segments such as coal, gas, solar, wind and floating solar power.

Both sides also discussed facilitating power trading across the African continent, reflecting a broader vision of building integrated and efficient energy markets. A comprehensive framework agreement covering multiple areas of collaboration in Africa's power and ...