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Mulilo’s R15bn investment at SAIC signals jobs boost

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… 2026 moves from pledges to implementation, renewable energy company Mulilo has announced a nearly R15 billion … large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects and a battery energy storage system (BESS), adding 716 megawatts of new … grid. While the projects are aimed at strengthening energy security, they are also expected to create jobs across …

Fuel levy cut aimed at cushioning fuel price blow

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… intervention to shield South Africans from soaring global energy costs and protect consumers from further burden, … measures to cushion the poor from the impact of high energy costs. These efforts form part of a broader commitment … interventions and longer-term measures aimed at improving energy affordability and ensuring security of supply for …

Majodina calls for accountability and collective action to protect water resources

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… including vandalism, corruption, and attacks on water and energy infrastructure, are also exacerbating the situation. …

South Africa ‘open for investment’ as partnerships drive growth

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… The Deputy President pointed to major opportunities in energy, critical minerals and digital infrastructure, … He said South Africa is advancing an accelerated energy transition, including renewable energy, green hydrogen and battery storage, while also …

President Ramaphosa hails business-government partnership

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… has extended into key reform areas, including in energy security, logistics performance and crime prevention, … uniquely South African approach to mobilising the skills, energy and talent that we have in abundance,” he said. The …

Record investment pledges a turning point for South Africa’s economy

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… Toyota in KwaZulu-Natal to support the automotive sector’s energy transition, while Sasol committed R60 billion to … the Free State. Other investments span mining, renewable energy, infrastructure and global business services including … sector, advanced infrastructure, abundant renewable energy resources and a youthful population. He also …

Private sector commits to massive capital investments at SA Investment Conference

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… R10 billion or more, spanning multiple sectors including energy, tourism, digital infrastructure and manufacturing. … clusters. The first cluster, focused on the green economy, energy and resources, comprises 19 projects with a combined … value of R55.6 billion. These investments span renewable energy, mineral beneficiation, chemicals, packaging and …

Europe remains key partner in driving SA’s growth and infrastructure push

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… in South Africa since 2019 across sectors including energy, manufacturing, tourism, and agriculture. “These … finance has helped scale infrastructure projects in energy, transport, and water. Mosako added that partnerships …

Godongwana: R3 fuel levy relief to cushion South Africans  

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… pressures, as countries worldwide grapple with rising energy costs linked to geopolitical instability. “If the war …

Treasury, DMPR introduce measures to cushion global fuel increases

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… increased local fuel prices. “Recent data from the Central Energy Fund Group suggests historically high fuel price …

Reforms driving growth and economic greenshoots

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… grid access that private investors require. “Through the Energy Action Plan…we have brought an end to load shedding … growing pipeline of projects with some 220 GW of renewable energy projects in “development and 36 GW already in the grid … urgently needs. “The R29 billion in confirmed renewable energy investment today is a vote of confidence in our …

From pledges to shovels: President Ramaphosa opens SA Investment Conference

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… financial crisis, years of State capture, a debilitating energy crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic," President … 2018. The commitments were in various sectors, including energy, telecommunications, infrastructure and mining. “This …

SA rises to meet investment opportunities

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… under its Global Gateway initiative, covering the Just Energy Transition, critical raw materials, digital …

SA Investment Conference opens in Sandton, with government targeting R2 trillion in new commitments

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… conference highlights opportunities in technology, clean energy and expanded trade partnerships across the African … by progress in key structural reforms, such as enhanced energy reliability, infrastructure development and broader … addressed, most notably the improvement in the country’s energy reliability. – SAnews.gov.za …

North West raises alarm over illegal mining, chrome wash plants

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… These include the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, SAPS, Home Affairs, the Department of Water and …

President Ramaphosa to address Sixth South Africa Investment Conference

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… with evidence of progress already underway, from renewable energy projects to expanding digital infrastructure. Framed … gateway to the continent, while large-scale renewable energy programmes, green hydrogen initiatives and battery … storage projects place it at the forefront of Africa’s energy transition. At the same time, South Africa’s …

NYDA calls for a youth-centred economic response

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… 3% but is expected to rise temporarily due to higher energy prices, with fuel inflation projected to increase …

President Ramaphosa states SA investment case ahead of SAIC

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… Africa is also the leading destination for renewable energy investment on the continent, with these investments … a new, competitive electricity market that will ensure energy security and attract investment,” he highlighted. The … the production of sought-after critical minerals for the energy transition. This facility that employs more than 2 000 …

Eskom lifts 210 000 out of peak period load reduction

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… with real-time data and greater control over their energy usage. “Of the 199 521 smart meters installed on load …

Investing for a better SA 

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… means sheltered from the heightened volatility in global energy markets arising from the tensions in the Middle East, … These pledges cut across various sectors, including energy, manufacturing and the automotive sector. Despite the …