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Government activities for the week 21 – 25 October 2024

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… Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, the Minister of Electricity and Energy, briefed the media on the Independent Power Producer …

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality cautions against spread of mpox

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… fever, sore throat, headache, muscle aches, back pain, low energy, swollen lymph nodes. For some people, the first …

Eskom’s system showing better health 

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… Electricity and Energy Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has announced that … Power Producer (IPP) programme as part of his regular energy security updates.  “It’s important that we’re able to … the programme has procured 15 432 megawatts of renewable energy since its inception in 2011, with 8 231 megawatts …

SA must enhance agricultural productivity to achieve Zero Hunger

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… in general. Addressing the conference, Electricity and Energy Deputy Minister Samantha Jane Graham said the issue of energy affordability remains a challenge, as the nation … to finding innovative and sustainable solutions for energy sources.  – SAnews.gov.za   …

Eskom recruits four new executives

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… was working hard to be ahead of the curve in an evolving energy landscape. “We must now more than ever remain focused … of our customers who will increasingly have a choice of energy provider as the market reforms take place.  “It is our … remain a critical player in South Africa’s evolving future energy market, and we will move at pace to recover lost …

Move towards electronic vehicles a 'major industrialisation opportunity'

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… to take advantage of the demand for electric vehicles, new energy vehicles and sustainable fuels. The transition to … with the private sector to promote the production of New Energy Vehicles [NEV] and the development of the necessary … of our critical minerals for the production of new energy vehicles and their associated value chains. It also …

Minister announces project preparation bid window

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… in the sky, more roads being built and more renewable energy projects coming online. Masemola said one of the major … will be considered for project preparation financing: Energy Water and Sanitation Transport (major roads, airports, …

Revitalising SA’s national parks to world destinations

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… term, the department will prioritise climate change and energy; fisheries, particularly small-scale fisheries, and …

Department undertakes initiative to review spending habits

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… term, the department will prioritise climate change and energy; fisheries, particularly small-scale fisheries, and …

SA committed to enhancing exporting of goods to Saudi Arabia

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… for investment span sectors such as renewable energy, oil storage and refining, tourism, hospitality, and …

President Ramaphosa to address SA Automotive Week

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… of Transport Barbara Creecy, Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Minister of Minerals and …

SA reaffirms commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment

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… as well as their role in climate policymaking, energy transitions, and sustainable development. Chikunga …

Call to recycle e-waste

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… pollution reduction, resource conservation and effective energy consumption.   “The department is strengthening …

Government activities for the week 14 – 18 October 2024

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… next five years. On Monday, 14 October, the Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, briefs media on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan. On Monday, 14 October, the Public Service …

Improved sentiment is rooted in real economic progress - President

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… has been the country’s successful efforts to resolve the energy crisis. “The country has had more than 200 days … also unlocked unprecedented levels of investment in the energy sector,” President Ramaphosa said.  Reforms in the …

Deadline looms to upgrade Nelson Mandela Bay prepaid electricity meters

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… the new KNR2 system. The municipality’s Electricity and Energy Portfolio Head, Zanele Sikawuti, commended customers …

Minister attributes Eskom performance to hard work

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… Minister of Energy and Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has lauded … during a media briefing on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan, held at the Lethabo Power Station in the … you assign to discharge their responsibilities,” he said. Energy Availability Factor  Although the Minister praised the …

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 …