ECA provided technical assistance to private companies developing renewable energy mini-grids in Niger. Specific activities included (i) training events for mini-grid developers and financiers (on technical, financial, and regulatory aspects); (ii) selection of five projects for additional support (including conducting feasibility studies); (iii) facilitating match-making between projects and international financial support; and (iv) producing a roadmap for scaling up mini-grids for rural electrification.