Local content rules for PV modules posing a challenge for ‘emergency’ solar projects

The stipulation that solar projects bid as part of the Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP) include photovoltaic (PV) modules that meet the local-content... 

Opinion: Running out of time to sustain the planet

In this opinion piece, ocean rower Zirk Botha share his perspective about the planet and our role in its future. 

Zirk Botha completes transatlantic row in record 71 days

The 59-year-old rower Zirk Botha on February 28 completed his transatlantic ocean row from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. He completed the 7 200 km, or 4 000 nautical miles (nm), journey in a record... 

Elikhulu solar photovoltaic power project, South Africa

Pan African has approved the development of a 10 MW solar PV project at the plant of its Evander Mines. 

Botha nears end of solo transatlantic row

South African adventurer and former naval officer Zirk Botha is days away from finishing his solo transatlantic ocean row, from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro, during which he will have covered 7 200... 

juwi Renewable Energies

juwi Renewable Energies in South Africa is part of the international juwi Group, one of the world’s leading renewable energy companies.  With over 5.1GW of installed capacity and 25 years of... 

Zirk Botha three-quarters into rowing voyage

The 59-year-old rower Zirk Botha on February 9 passed the three-quarter mark in his transatlantic ocean row from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. The transatlantic crossing requires him to row... 

Zirk Botha halfway in rowing voyage

The 59-year-old rower Zirk Botha on January 22 reached the halfway mark in his transatlantic ocean journey from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro. The transatlantic crossing requires him to row...