Navigating the geopolitical crisis- an opportunity for the energy transition

Blessing Manale|Published

Explore how the September 11 attacks reshaped global geopolitics and created an opportunity for energy transition in South Africa.

Africa's largest hybrid renewable energy project comes online in Northern Cape

Ashley Lechman|Published

The Hydra project combines a 216 MW solar plant with a 500 MWh battery storage system, marking a major milestone in South Africa's energy transition and energy security ...

Free State farm invests in South Africa's largest off grid agricultural solar and battery system

Ashley Lechman|Published

Belle Rive Farm is building South Africa's largest off grid agricultural solar and battery system, aiming to secure uninterrupted power for more than 2,000 hectares ...

AI has an energy problem – but Africa has an opportunity

Matthew Turner|Published

Generative AI has transformed industries, but its soaring energy demands present a significant challenge. This article explores how Africa can turn this energy dilemma ...

Rethinking climate finance: beyond market logic to community agency

Devan Pillay|Published

Explore how South Africa's reliance on a vulnerable energy system is exacerbating economic strains amid geopolitical crises, and discover the urgent need for a community-focused ...

Solar Group expands its African footprint through strategic investments and enhanced regional capability

Partnered Content|Updated

Solar Group is solidifying its position as a leader in industrial explosives by expanding its operations across Africa, enhancing regional capabilities, and supporting ...

How fixed charges impact solar energy users in South Africa

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African consumers are facing a dual challenge: rising electricity tariffs and fixed charges that undermine efforts to save energy and adopt solar solutions, ...

Grid capacity is South Africa’s real energy crisis

Wayne Cowie|Published

South Africa is at a pivotal moment with 72 GW of renewable energy projects in the pipeline. However, the national grid's capacity issues threaten to stall progress, ...

South Africa's path to electric mobility

Joubert Roux|Published

Discover how South Africa is navigating its energy transition and building a sustainable future for electric vehicles, despite grid limitations.

The PPA you signed is probably underperforming. But can you prove it?

Manie de Waal|Published

Many South African companies believed that signing a power purchase agreement would reduce costs and enhance sustainability. However, as doubts about actual savings ...

Rising electricity tariffs and grid uncertainty push companies to rethink supply chain strategies

Ashley Lechman|Published

South African businesses may have moved beyond severe loadshedding, but rising electricity tariffs and infrastructure risks are creating a new energy challenge for ...

Adaptation and accountability should anchor our climate action

Blessing Manale|Published

Discover how urgent action, accountability, and a focus on adaptation are reshaping our climate response strategies. Join the movement towards effective climate ...

Why embedded generation should come first for energy users

Paul Mansour|Published

Discover why embedded generation is the key to cheaper, cleaner energy for businesses, and how wheeling fits into the renewable energy landscape.

The risk problem with investors treating African energy as one market

Vuyo Mafrika, Chewe Chumany and Opy Ramaremisa|Published

Explore how the El Niño-linked drought has reshaped energy infrastructure in Southern Africa and what it means for investors navigating diverse challenges across ...

International platforms can advance cooperation for climate action

Blessing Manale|Published

Explore how international cooperation at Climate Action Week is paving the way for effective climate action and what South Africa's role is in this global dialogue. ...

SAPVIA welcomes Eskom Green launch but calls for fair access to limited grid capacity

Ashley Lechman|Published

SAPVIA has welcomed the launch of Eskom Green, saying the new renewable energy business could accelerate investment and strengthen South Africa's energy security ...

Cutting the cost of Africa’s energy transition with the right flexibility mix

Kenneth Englbom|Published

The limits of storage-only thinking in balancing Africa’s renewable grids: Why a hybrid approach to flexibility will deliver better outcomes than batteries alone. ...

Youth must be architects of South Africa’s green future

Kwanele Mtwa|Published

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, we reflect on the legacy of June 16 and ask: how can today's youth shape the future in the face of climate change?

Strengthening energy infrastructure before digitisation in East Africa

Symphrose Ochieng|Published

Explore the critical intersection of energy digitisation and infrastructure challenges in East Africa, where smart technologies promise efficiency but cannot replace ...