Sub-Saharan Africa stands at a pivotal moment. Mission 300 (M300) a joint initiative by the World Bank Group (WBG) and African Development Bank (AfDB) promises to halve energy poverty in the region by 2030. Yet without a radical shift in financing, design and accountability, this promise risks bypassing the very communities it aims to serve.

This policy brief outlines ACCESS Coalition’s position on Mission 300 and its potential to deliver a just energy transition in Sub-Saharan Africa. It calls for pro-poor financing, inclusive design and meaningful civil society engagement to ensure that energy investments reach the last mile and uphold development equity.

Drawing on recent data and stakeholder analysis, the brief highlights critical gaps in current energy access financing and implementation, including the exclusion of informal settlements, the dominance of grid-scale investments, and the lack of community consultation. The policy brief proposes strategic recommendations to ensure Mission 300 delivers not just connections, but transformative energy access that enables dignity, development and climate resilience.

Read the full policy brief here: ACCESS Coalition Policy Brief –Issue No. 3.