There is energy momentum in Africa - Interview: Kandeh Yumkella, UN Under-Secretary-General

Under-Secretary-General Kandeh Yumkella is the special representative of the UN secretary-general and chief executive for the Sustainable Energy for All initiative. His job is to mobilize global commitments and partnerships to, among others, promote clean energy economy and generate jobs. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Yumkella had served as director-general of the UN Industrial Development Organization. In an interview with Africa Renewal’s Kingsley Ighobor, Mr. Yumkella discusses a range of issues on Africa’s energy challenges.