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South Africa urged to increase pumped storage capacity
4th September 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

It is imperative that South Africa immediately start increasing its pumped storage hydropower capacity, as this will take time and it is becoming increasingly important as the just energy... 


South Africa’s Environment Minister Barbara Creecy
Creecy calls for non-debt instruments to help Africa build climate resiliency
4th September 2023 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s Environment Minister Barbara Creecy has again called for new financial instruments, particularly non-debt instruments, to be pioneered in Africa to assist the continent in overcoming... 


Sea Harvest posts higher interim earnings despite another loadshedding knock
4th September 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE-listed seafood and aquaculture company Sea Harvest has posted a 23% increase in earnings before interest and taxes (Ebit) to R352-million for the six months ended June 30, on the back of strong... 


Focus on logistics, consumer retail portfolio sees Fortress reach R30bn in assets
1st September 2023 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment company Fortress has increased its portfolio of direct real estate assets to R30-billion and achieved the lowest vacancy rate of 3.7% since its listing in October... 


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Koeberg nuclear power plant steam-generator replacement project, South Africa – update
1st September 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

The National Nuclear Regulator has asked State-owned power utility Eskom to undertake additional engineering studies on the Koeberg power station before it can deliberate on its application to... 


Renewables plus storage
Two more risk mitigation hybrid projects take steps toward financial close
31st August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Two more preferred bidders selected as part of the much-delayed Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP), which was launched as an emergency procurement round in... 


Eskom interim CEO Cassim Calib, Vodacom Group CEO Shameel Joosub and Vodacom South Africa CEO Sitho Mdlalose
Vodacom, Eskom sign historic first virtual wheeling agreement
30th August 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications giant Vodacom and South African State-owned power utility Eskom on Wednesday signed a first-of-its-kind virtual wheeling agreement that moves the JSE-listed firm closer to its... 


Eskom powerlines
Transitional arrangements will enable new grid company to function as buyer and system operator – DPE
30th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) has confirmed that transitional arrangements are being put in place to ensure that the National Transmission Company of South Africa (NTCSA) will be able... 


Most newly commissioned renewables cheaper than fossil-fuel electricity in 2022 – Irena
30th August 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Intergovernmental organisation the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena) has confirmed in a new report that the 187 GW of renewable energy installed last year contributed to the global... 


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Ramaphosa says investors still value South African economy
29th August 2023 By: Thabi Shomolekae

President Cyril Ramaphosa noted on Tuesday that despite difficult global conditions, investors continue to see value in the South African economy and the benefit of the reform agenda government is... 


Electricity pylons
Distribution is ‘albatross’ of power system – Ramokgopa
28th August 2023 By: Bloomberg

South Africa’s electricity distribution system is “an albatross” beset by fighting between the national power utility and municipalities as the government takes steps to stabilize the grid,... 


Top uranium producer wants to shake up nuclear decision making
Top uranium producer wants to shake up nuclear decision making
25th August 2023 By: Reuters

Since the height of the Cold War, the rules governing the safety and security of the global nuclear industry have been decided behind closed doors by a 35-member board that excludes some of the... 


Koeberg power station
Koeberg revamp: Race against time as nuclear regulator wants more work on safety case
25th August 2023 By: News24Wire

The National Nuclear Regulator has asked Eskom to undertake additional engineering studies on the Koeberg power station before it can deliberate on its application to extend the long-term operation... 


Grid infrastrucuture
Eskom mulling new curtailment approach to unlocking grid capacity as it pursues 47 priority projects
25th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

State-owned utility Eskom has confirmed that it is prioritising 47 grid-related projects within its larger R210-billion Transmission Development Plan (TDP) that it believes could collectively add... 


Atlas Copco: Home of Industrial Ideas
Atlas Copco: Home of Industrial Ideas
25th August 2023

Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Atlas Copco is a global, industrial company with approximately 43 000 employees and customers in more than 180 countries. Atlas Copco focusses on four main business... 


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Sabodala-Massawa mine solar photovoltaic plant, Senegal
25th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Endeavour has decided to move ahead with the 37 MWp photovoltaic solar facility at its Sabodala-Massawa mine. 


Image of Koeberg NPP
Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant Steam-Generator Replacement Project, South Africa – update
25th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Eskom has said the main mechanical work on replacing the steam generators at Koeberg's Unit 1 has been completed. 


Western Milling Nevada project expected to face regulatory approval delays
22nd August 2023 By: Darren Parker

Exploration company Great Western Mining and its partner Muletown Enterprizes, which are constructing a gold and silver mill at Sodaville, close to Mina in Mineral county, Nevada, are expecting... 


Overcoming Manufacturing Downtime with the use of Rooftop Solar 
Overcoming Manufacturing Downtime with the use of Rooftop Solar 
22nd August 2023

The upcoming Manufacturing Indaba offers solar rooftop entities a unique opportunity to exhibit solar solutions to attending manufacturers in a bid to forge indispensable networks In response to... 


Legislation bungle reveals much of govt is not serious about delivering change, says BLSA
21st August 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busi Mavuso has expressed her dismay over the delays to the Electricity Regulation Act (ERA) Amendment Bill that became apparent last week, which she... 


Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
R30bn distribution backlog poses risk to supply beyond current generation shortfall – Ramokgopa
20th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has acknowledged that South African cities and towns face the real prospect of ongoing power interruptions even if the balance between supply and... 


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Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, South Africa – update
18th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Karpowership, which has been seeking to implement its three ship-based power projects in South Africa is “very confident” that the projects will proceed, despite prolonged regulatory setbacks. 


The Koeberg nuclear power station
Koeberg Unit 1 on track to return to service in early November
17th August 2023 By: News24Wire

Eskom says that the main mechanical work on replacing the steam generators at Koeberg's Unit 1 has been completed and it will return to service on 3 November.  Koeberg's Unit 2 will be taken... 


Power lines
Eskom making virtual wheeling strides but says national framework still required
17th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom reports that it has made material advances in developing what it calls a ‘virtual wheeling product’ that will allow one or more generators to transact with multiple offtakers, including those... 


The Impact of Load Shedding on Manufacturers
The Impact of Load Shedding on Manufacturers
17th August 2023

Load shedding, the intentional and temporary reduction of electricity supply to manage power demand and prevent grid overload, can have a significantly negative impact on manufacturers. These... 


Transmission lines
Urgent electricity bill - key to solving SA's power crisis - delayed by admin bungle
16th August 2023 By: News24Wire

An urgent piece of legislation that is key to overcoming SA's energy crisis has yet to be introduced into Parliament, it emerged on Wednesday, raising the fear that it will not be passed this year.... 


The Festivals Edge study centre
Growthpoint focuses on high-quality amenities in its student residences
16th August 2023 By: Schalk Burger

Real estate investment trust (Reit) Growthpoint Properties’ subsidiary Growthpoint Student Accommodation has highlighted, during a tour of some of its university student residences, that it is... 


An image showing Karpowership's project in Brazil
Karpowership ‘very confident’ South African projects will proceed, open to shorter contract term
15th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Turkish energy company Karpowership, which has been seeking to implement three ship-based power projects in South Africa after being named one of the preferred bidders in the government’s Risk... 


A Goldplat plant in South Africa
Goldplat looks forward to improved 2024 performance after another difficult quarter
15th August 2023 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The operating profit of Aim-listed mining services group Goldplat, which owns and operates gold recovery operations in South Africa and Ghana, decreased to £1.19-million for the fourth quarter of... 


South Africa's dirty air: 'Perplexed' UN Special Rapporteur calls for better enforcement of pollution laws
14th August 2023 By: News24Wire

The enforcement of laws on pollution and the release of toxins into the environment in South Africa need to be tightened, said United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on toxics and human rights,... 


The Atlantis OCGT plant
With R9.2bn spent since April, govt insists Eskom is not exceeding diesel budget
13th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

Government reports that Eskom has spent R9.2-billion on diesel since the start of the State-owned utility’s financial year on April 1, which it claims to be marginally below an initial budget for... 


An image of a generator
Additives offer substantial cost savings
11th August 2023 By: Sabrina Jardim

Industrial equipment supplier BMG has teamed up with global leaders in additives, motor, transmissions and hydraulic oils Liqui Moly to offer cost-saving solutions to the local generator market. As... 


IoT can help businesses, households streamline energy consumption – Vodacom Business subsidiary
11th August 2023 By: Natasha Odendaal

While the Internet of Things (IoT) is well known for its capabilities in bridging the physical and digital worlds and improving the running of industry and homes, its capacity for energy... 


Koeberg
Koeberg Unit 1 now only scheduled to re-enter operation on November 3
10th August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

State-owned electricity utility Eskom has confirmed that Unit 1 at the Koeberg nuclear power station, in the Western Cape, is currently scheduled to return to service only on November 3. The unit... 


Mining companies accelerating renewable energy investments – BMI
8th August 2023 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Mining companies are increasingly adopting renewable energy solutions to reduce their carbon emissions, lower their operational costs and improve their energy security, BMI, a Fitch Solutions... 


Typhoon’s devastation brings respite to China’s coal market
4th August 2023 By: Bloomberg

Torrential rains are dousing Chinese coal prices as power consumption drops in flood-hit cities and industrial areas. Typhoon Doksuri, which inundated northern China this week, has affected the... 


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Valuer numbers need boosting to avoid possible crisis
4th August 2023 By: Bridget Lepere

South Africa has fewer than 1 500 registered professionals in residential and commercial property valuation, and fewer than 650 valuer candidates; this demonstrates that property valuation is an... 


Image of a Karpowership
Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, South Africa – update
4th August 2023 By: Sheila Barradas

Eskom has extended the right of least two companies to connect to South Africa’s power grid. 


Power line and substation
Alternative funding models for South Africa’s R235bn grid investment outlined in new report
3rd August 2023 By: Terence Creamer

To unlock the estimated R235-billion in investment required to strengthen and expand the grid in a way that positions it to connect the 53 GW of new generation capacity that will be required by the... 


Punnet packaging
Mpact posts improved profitability amid circular economy focus
3rd August 2023 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In its pursuit to capitalise on the global push towards a circular economy, paper and plastics packaging manufacturer Mpact has managed to expand into new, higher-margin product areas... 


Novare's rooftop PV project is a proactive response to actively managing the industry's negative impacts and promoting sustainability
Novare invests in renewable energy to bolster pan-African sustainability drive
2nd August 2023 By: Cameron Mackay

Investment solutions company Novare, which has a substantial property portfolio in Africa, on August 1 announced a significant investment in rooftop photovoltaic (PV) panels as an eco-friendly and... 


Endeavour CEO Sebastien de Montessus
Endeavour to build $55m solar plant at Senegal mine
2nd August 2023 By: Mariaan Webb

Africa-focused gold miner Endeavour Mining has brought forward the construction of a 37 MWp photovoltaic (PV) solar facility at the Sabodala-Massawa mine, in Senegal, at a cost of $55-million. The... 


Image shows a truck on coal piles
Glencore warns against major changes to NSW coal
2nd August 2023 By: Esmarie Iannucci

Diversified miner Glencore has urged the New South Wales government to undertake ‘genuine two-way consultation’ with the coal sector before any major policy changes. The state government last week... 


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