Sida Supported Programme within the African Energy Policy Research Network (AFREPREN)

AFREPREN: A Brief Overview and Objectives of the Evaluation The African Energy Policy Research Network (AFREPREN) was launched in March 1989, with the primary objectives of: - Undertaking energy policy research work that can lead to practical policies for sustainable energy development; - Strengthening research capacity in energy policy in the Eastern and Southern African region; and - Disseminating its research results, in particular to energy policy-making organs in the region, with the aim of making a policy impact.