The main risk facing companies in the renewable-energy sector in Africa and the Middle East is business interruption, which remains the foremost risk, with 63% of respondents to financial services firm Allianz's 'Risk Barometer 2024' citing it as the main risk. Business interruption was driven by supply chain disruptions, operational challenges and geopolitical tensions. This risk impacted project timelines and financial stability, highlighting the need for robust risk management frameworks, the risk and insurance company said.