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Municipalities must be at "driving seat" of clean energy

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… the centre of government’s efforts to move towards clean energy and fulfil the country’s commitment to global climate … was addressing the opening ceremony of the Municipal Just Energy Transition (JET) Conference held in Johannesburg on … driving seat when it comes to providing clean, affordable energy to communities, businesses and industry,” the …

Eskom launches pilot electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Midrand

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… competitive, sustainable, and future-proof Eskom to ensure energy security, growth, and long-term sustainability for the …

Electricity Regulation Amendment Act ushers in competitive, sustainable electricity sector

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… sustainable electricity sector that meets South Africa’s energy needs. “The amendments enhance energy security by drawing in more participants into energy production. “The country’s energy security has also …

Four Eskom employees, contractor security guard arrested for theft of heavy fuel oil

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… and law enforcement agencies, coordinated by the National Energy Crisis Committee’s (NECOM) Safety and Security …

Eskom removes illegally connected transformers in Gauteng

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… assets, ensuring public safety, and mitigating the severe energy losses caused by illegal connections, meter bypasses, …

Let's harness improved confidence to drive inclusive growth - President

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… have seen the growth opportunities in the far-reaching energy reforms we are undertaking. Just last week, I signed … Africa.  Approval processes for water use licences and energy projects have been expedited, and the release of … accounts for most of these projects in areas such as energy, transportation, health facility upgrades, roads and …

Mpox is under control: Department of Health 

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… four weeks, fever, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy and swollen glands.  According to the department, the …

Government outlines further plans to commemorate Women’s Month 

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… the Department of Mineral Resources will host a Women in Energy and Mining Symposium to share opportunities in the energy and mining sector for women and the youth.  Youth …

Progress made in China-Africa trade

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… and Rwanda. “At a critical moment in South Africa’s green energy transition, Chinese enterprises such as Goldwind and …

Load shedding suspension continues 

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… suspended for 116 days.  Eskom has maintained an average Energy Availability Factor (EAF) of 67% over the week.   In …

President Ramaphosa signs Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law

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… also opens up pathways to greater competition and reduced energy costs; increases investment in new generation capacity to achieve energy security; establishes an independent transmission … as a new activity that may be licensed by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA).  In addition, it …

Nuclear power procurement Ministerial Determination withdrawn

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… Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has … Determination for the procurement of 2 500MW of nuclear energy, has been withdrawn. The Minister was speaking during … on Friday in Pretoria. The determination, and the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (Nersa) concurrence of the …

Public Procurement Bill to redress women socio-economic exclusion

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… of women-owned businesses in key sectors, including energy, tourism, agriculture, the ocean economy, and …

30 years of service delivery

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… while those using electricity as the main source of energy for lighting increased from 58,1 percent in 1996 to …

Continued collaboration key to addressing challenges

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… we have made substantial progress towards stabilising the energy sector, improving the performance of our rail and port …

Government, business partnership begins to flourish

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… targeted three areas for particular interest, including energy, transport and logistics, and crime and corruption. … meets with business leaders at the Union Buildings   Energy In a joint statement following a meeting between … Presidency and Business for South Africa noted that the energy workstream, in particular, has achieved significant …

Eskom reduces diesel spend by R9bn

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… Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs), which use diesel to generate energy. During a media briefing on Monday, the Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, explained that because of Eskom’s sustained Energy Availability Factor (EAF), spending on the fuel has …

A further 2 500MW expected back 'by the end of August'

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… Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, says the power grid is …

Consistent electricity supply 'a step closer'

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… due to the diligent and dedicated implementation of the Energy Action Plan (EAP). This is according to Minister in … focus on planned maintenance and work to achieve energy security by bringing onboard new generation capacity … milestone and urged South Africans to continue adopting an energy saving lifestyle to protect our national grid. By …

Eskom delivering 'exceptional' performance but Minister remains cautious

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… Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has warned … week [the week of July 22]…Eskom has averaged 70% of EAF [Energy Availability Factor]. When I say EAF, I’m talking …