Mauritius Becomes First African Country to Sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework

Mauritius has marked a historic milestone by becoming the first African nation and the fourth globally to sign the Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with the International Solar Alliance (ISA). This strategic agreement aims to strengthen cooperation between ISA and Mauritius on clean energy initiatives, particularly solar energy, in line with the nation’s sustainable development and energy security goals. The CPF will serve as a blueprint for long-term solar energy collaboration, focusing on innovative and scalable technologies.

Key Highlights

ISA & Mauritius Country Partnership Framework

• First in Africa: Mauritius becomes the first African country to sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework (CPF).

Fourth globally

• Follows Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Cuba as the fourth country overall to enter into this agreement.

What is CPF?

• A strategic document developed by the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
• Facilitates medium- and long-term cooperation between ISA and member countries.
• Aims to support countries in achieving their solar energy targets.

Clean Energy Transition Goals:

• Agreement will accelerate Mauritius’ transition to clean energy.
• Focuses on the deployment of solar energy solutions.

Country Partnership Strategy (CPS)

• A tailored roadmap for Mauritius will be developed.
• Strategy to align with national priorities and opportunities in the solar sector.

Key Solar Technologies to be Scaled Up

• Floating solar power plants
• Rooftop solar installations
• Solar-powered water pumping systems

Statement by ISA DG Ashish Khanna

• Emphasized CPF as a tool for accelerating clean energy adoption.
• Highlighted the importance of customized strategies based on each country’s needs.

About ISA

• A treaty-based intergovernmental organization.
• Launched in 2015 by India and France during COP21 in Paris.
• Mission: Promote solar energy globally, especially in tropical countries.
• Goal: Mobilize USD 1 trillion for solar investments by 2030.

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Mauritius Becomes First African Country to Sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework
Agreement Signed	With International Solar Alliance (ISA)
African Rank	1st African country
Other Countries with CPF	Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cuba
Key Focus Areas	Floating Solar, Rooftop Solar, Solar Water Pumping
Next Step Develop Country	Partnership Strategy (CPS)
ISA’s Launch Year	2015
ISA Founding Members	India and France