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Eskom records 200 consecutive days of no load shedding

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… 8.6% in unplanned outages, and an improvement in the Energy Availability Factor by [about] 7.7%. “The plan is … market, this is a significant milestone to ensure energy security and attracting investment to South Africa.  … key stakeholders, including government and the National Energy Crisis Committee (NECOM) members, who enabled us to …

SA’s G20 Presidency a significant moment for the country’s young democracy, says Lamola

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… South Africa plans to prioritise discussions on the Just Energy Transition, financing for development, transforming …

Macpherson welcomes appointment of DDG Lwazi Mahlangu

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… and take those outcomes to Cabinet. “There is truly a new energy within the Department of Public Works and …

SA Petroleum Company Bill to be submitted to Parliament

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… products and renewable components which will improve the energy mix.  “The Bill will contribute towards the government …

DPWI Minister reflects on 100 days in office

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… with me over the past three months. There is truly a new energy within the department to deliver on our mandate. “In …

Carbon pricing poses threat to economies of developing countries

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… sector, is one of the hard to abate sectors, and is highly energy intensive. “The department, in collaboration with the … of existing technology and investment into new and energy efficient technologies are other options. “Downstream … Report “The recent Bid Window of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme …

South Africa's potential for oil and gas 'significant' - Mantashe

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… said. Commenting on the withdrawal of international energy giant, TotalEnergies, from offshore Block 11B/12B and … is located in Durban. “Government has, through the Central Energy Fund (CEF), concluded a transaction on the sale of … in the development of oil and gas to enable a prosperous energy outlook for Africa, and promote sustainable …

Government discussing reduction in administered prices, including petrol

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… leading player in the petroleum industry, thereby ensuring energy security, foster partnerships, and propel economic …

Deputy President concludes working visit to the United Kingdom

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… development, science, innovation, tourism and the Just Energy Transition.   “Following the successful conclusion of … Prime Minister Angela Rayner, the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero Ed Miliband, and Secretary of …

Deputy President confident his working visit will attract international investors

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… issues, including the Government of National Unity (GNU) , energy, infrastructure , and the measures to foster a … the Deputy President said.  Shifting his focus to energy, he stated that investors have demonstrated that …

Mining’s potential remains high: Mantashe 

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… | Presidency transfers Department of Mineral Resources and Energy legislation Furthermore, the Minister told the …

Minister urges G20 to show leadership in addressing climate crisis

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… and legislative instruments, including on waste to energy initiatives,” the Minister said. Waste to energy initiatives include various technologies that convert non-recyclable waste into usable forms of energy including heat, fuels and electricity. - SAnews.gov.za …

Deputy President hopes SA's G20 Presidency will make the world more equitable

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… extreme poverty; the current global economy; climate and energy crises; the debt crisis facing developing countries, … President, critical minerals are essential for the Just Energy Transition and the green economy.  “Therefore, the …

Government ''deepening conversation'' on draft IRP 2023

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… Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says government is … and therefore how you arrive at the aggregate of the [energy] mix. “It is in our interest as government to listen … in some aspects of the plan. Turning to the renewable energy sector, Dr Ramokgopa emphasised that the department is …

Transport infrastructure is the foundation of Africa's economic progress

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… across various sectors, including transportation, energy, water, and telecommunication.  “By leveraging our … encouraged the bank to continue supporting the continent’s energy transition. “South Africa has vast energy resources, including oil, gas, coal, and renewable …

Second phase of Government - Business Partnership launched

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… of the achievements of the partnership. “Reforms in the energy sector have unlocked hundreds of billions of Rand in … present a risk to much-needed investments in renewable energy. The rate of violent crime remains unacceptably high. …

Business urged to adopt sustainable practices

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… itself up to be a leader in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and sustainable industrialisation, due to its … stocks of critical minerals, plentiful solar and wind energy, and other resources. “A just transition to a … itself up to be a leader in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and sustainable industrialisation due to its …

GNU working to build an inclusive economy

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… development, science, innovation, tourism, and the Just Energy Transition. “All of these major sectors aim to advance … economic growth affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the energy crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war.  “South Africa is …

Government activities for the week 30 September – 4 October

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… On Monday, 30 September, Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa hosts the Renewable Energy Seminar in Midrand, Gauteng. On Tuesday, 1 October, …

Renewable energy programme to be accelerated

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… to be “ultra aggressive” in onboarding renewable energy sources. This is according to Electricity and Energy Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. The Minister was speaking on Monday during the Ministerial Renewable Energy Seminar held in Midrand, under the theme: "Advancing …