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Backroom rental business owners in Diepsloot Extension 6 who were receiving power supply illegally from the now-removed transformers have expressed concerns about tenants leaving their rental rooms due to no electricity supply.
Friedrich Merz, Germany's potential next chancellor, faces a critical challenge: ending the country's three-year economic downturn.
Treasury reveals plans for a massive R219. 2 billion investment in the green energy sector, promising transformation amid current power challenges. But unprecedented political disagreements have delayed the formal presentation of the 2025 Budget.
Gauteng residents faces a return to darkness as City Power announces stage 3 load shedding will begin at 5 p. m. Friday, following Eskom's weekend power cuts.
Groundwork, a South African environmental justice organisation, aims to compel Eskom and the government to prioritise renewable energy following a pivotal High Court ruling against new coal-fired power.
With Eskom continuing to struggle with power generation, Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa commented on the power utility for reaching an achievement of 272 days of uninterrupted power supply, underscoring it as a major step towards ending load shedding.
City Power‘s spokesperson Isaac Mangena has warned non-vending customers that failure to upgrade prepaid electricity meters could lead to the disconnection of power and penalty fees of more than R10,000.
While many have since called for Eskom to extend the deadline, Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said that an extension would not be possible due to technical reasons.
Joburg City Power has also extended working hours to 7pm, vowing evening staff would also work to assist people over the weekend.
Joburg’s City Power has announced it will extend operating hours to 7pm in a bid to complete the upgrades of the 1,000 odd households who have not upgraded their prepaid meters.
Power utility Eskom has withdrawn its threat to cut power supply to City Power, after Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has stepped in to intervene to resolve dispute of City Power’s billion rand debt.
Cape Town begins construction on its first city-owned solar plant in Atlantis, marking a major step toward cleaner energy and reduced reliance on Eskom.
South Africa's ambitious Just Energy Transition will require R1. 5 trillion in funding to decarbonise by 2050, says Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, calling on private sector investment to drive the initiative.
With over 1,000 attendees, the Global African Hydrogen Summit witnessed crucial partnerships, including a €25 million (R491 million) grant from the EU to support Namibia's green hydrogen initiatives, aiming to lead Africa’s energy transition.
“By investing in clean energy projects and providing technical expertise, the European Union and its member States support South Africa in making the most of its green potential, promoting sustainable economic development and directly benefiting South Africans,” said Ramokgopa.
South Africa is bracing for potential electricity tariff increases in 2025 that could see prices jump by as much as 40%, as Eskom seeks a 36% increase along with an additional 4% from its Regulatory Clearing Account.
South Africans could potentially enjoy a summer season without experiencing load shedding as Eskom is showing improvement. Are we finally out of the dark?
South Africa's wind industry is a beacon of hope for job creation, environmental sustainability, and economic growth amid rising unemployment.
Seriti Green is making strides with the Ummbila Emoyeni wind farm project in Mpumalanga, theprovince’s first, advancing South Africa’s Just Energy transition.
Intense heat waves in the first half of 2024 have strained power systems worldwide. Electricity demand is set to grow rapidly in 2024 and 2025, with solar and wind energy meeting most of the increase.
Claims that this move was necessary due to increased electricity usage during the winter months seem disingenuous.
MUT and FAMU join forces to tackle global challenges in energy, water, food, and climate at the upcoming Nexus Summit in Durban.
The 2024 SANEA Risk Report identifies major risks and uncertainties in South Africa's energy sector, urging immediate and integrated action to secure the country's energy future.
In a bid to decarbonise its operations, TNPA has taken a pivotal step by awarding Amulet Group Consortium the contract to build a 20 MW solar plant at Richards Bay Port, aiming to contribute to South Africa’s net-zero emission goals.
The Supreme Court of Appeal has dismissed Shell's appeal on Wild Coast oil exploration rights, but allowed a renewal application process, raising concerns over community consultation and environmental rights.