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Exxaro CEO Dr Nombasa Tsengwa
Miners worry about South Africa’s lagging transition, looming electricity cost increases
4th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa is far behind in its work to transition to a carbon-neutral energy system by 2050, and the significant proposed electricity tariff increases being sought by State-owned Eskom could... 


Govt, business set 3% growth target for 2025
Govt, business set 3% growth target for 2025
4th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the partnership previously formed between government and business to tackle loadshedding and other crises; the launch of a second phase of this... 


SA Wind Energy Association CEO Niveshen Govender and Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Eskom’s proposed tariff hikes untenable; reduction mechanisms being weighed – Ramokgopa
3rd October 2024 By: Irma Venter

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is confident that government will be able to positively intervene on Eskom’s tariff-hike application for the 2025/26 financial year at the... 


Powerlines
Nersa committee recommends licensing of four more traders, batting away Eskom objections
1st October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The electricity subcommittee of the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has recommended the approval of four more electricity trading licences, dismissing the objections raised by... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramokgopa confident he can head off Eskom’s ‘untenable’ tariff hike with policy adjustments
1st October 2024 By: Darren Parker

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is confident that State-owned utility Eskom’s proposed tariff increase for direct customers of 36.15%, and a 43.55% hike in municipal... 


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Eskom seeks 36% tariff increase
27th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses power utility Eskom's latest Multiyear Price Determination submission to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa, as well as the next steps. 


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Publication of Eskom’s 36% tariff submission by Nersa heralds formal start of consultation showdown
24th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has formally published Eskom’s much-anticipated and much-criticised allowable revenue application for the coming three years ahead of what is... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramokgopa seeks to strike ‘delicate balance’ on Eskom tariffs, labelling mooted hikes ‘untenable’
19th September 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has labelled a mooted increase in Eskom’s electricity tariff of 36% “untenable” and “unaffordable” and has promised to work on an outcome... 


Nersa logo
AfriForum continues fighting Nersa’s latest appeal in municipal tariff matter
19th September 2024 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Civil rights organisation AfriForum says the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has applied to the Supreme Court of Appeal in the case related to its implementation of tariff hikes... 


The UNDP GeoHub dashboard
IBM develops two new models for energy sector forecasting
19th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Information technology company IBM has developed two new interactive models for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) GeoHub, namely the artificial intelligence (AI) model Electricity... 


SANEA to host inaugural leadership conference in November
SANEA to host inaugural leadership conference in November
13th September 2024

The South African National Energy Agency (SANEA) will host its inaugural leadership conference at the Gallagher Convention Centre, in Midrand, in November as the organisation marks its centenary.... 


Engineering News Editor Terence Creamer
Nuclear energy procurement discussed at summit
13th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the issues raised during a nuclear summit hosted by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy this week. 


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South Africa set for massive changes as energy market pivots, renewable energy grows
12th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa will need about 150 GW of renewable-energy generation and associated transmission infrastructure by 2050, meaning it needs to build about 6 GW of renewable-energy capacity each year.... 


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Cybersecurity crucial for companies embracing solar
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

As more companies integrate solar energy systems to meet their power needs, it is essential that they invest in cyber-secure technologies to protect against cyberthreats and ensure continuous... 


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EU targets carbon emissions through import tariff
6th September 2024 By: Nadine Ramdass

The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), set to come into effect in 2026, is poised to drive companies exporting to the EU to rethink their energy strategies and adopt renewable-energy... 


Eskom CEO Dan Marokane
Marokane says ‘holistic’ conversation needed on tariff rules and other regulatory gaps
30th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom CEO Dan Marokane says the State-owned company is eager to participate in a “holistic conversation” about the gap that has emerged between the changes under way in the electricity sector and... 


Golden Arrow, Eskom in electric bus deal
30th August 2024 By: Irma Venter

Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) and power utility Eskom have signed a memorandum of cooperation (MoC) which sets out the terms for ongoing engagement related to GABS’ planned introduction of... 


Legislative support needed to boost industry
30th August 2024

Within the last few months, the South African oil and gas industry has encountered both positive and negative impacts, however, inadequate legislative support presents a major hurdle, says energy... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
President transfers legislation as part of steps to split mineral resources, energy portfolios
28th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

President Cyril Ramaphosa has transferred legislation previously administered by the Mineral Resources and Energy Minister to Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe and Electricity... 


Nersa has committed to ensuring that all regulatory processes, including public hearings, are followed for the MYPD6 application
Nersa promises ‘utmost transparency’ after confirming receipt of Eskom's MYPD6 submission
27th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has confirmed that it received, on August 16, Eskom’s sixth multiyear price determination (MYPD6) revenue application for the 2025/26, 2026/27... 


Timeline for inaugural IEP announced as govt sets year-end target for updated IRP
Timeline for inaugural IEP announced as govt sets year-end target for updated IRP
23rd August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

The South African government aims to Gazette an update to the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for electricity before the end of the 2024 calendar year and finalise South Africa’s inaugural... 


Highlighting indigent subsidy red tape, social housing association warns on electricity price hike
23rd August 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Association of Social Housing (Nasho) has urged government to consider alternatives for the social housing sector as electricity tariffs are set to increase further, arguing that... 


Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni
Cabinet committee probing ways to moderate fuel prices set to turn attention to electricity hikes next
22nd August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni reports that the Cabinet committee set up to consider interventions to moderate fuel price increases is likely to turn its attention to electricity... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa signs Electricity Regulation Amendment Act into law
16th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the much-anticipated Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Act, which lays the legislative foundations for the establishment of a fully independent... 


Necom's focus, Transnet's recovery and the future of Operation Vulindlela make headlines
Necom's focus, Transnet's recovery and the future of Operation Vulindlela make headlines
16th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses some of the key outcomes of the first meeting between Cabinet member and business leaders since the formation of the Government of National Unity.   


Energy Council of South Africa CEO James Mackay
‘Necom 2.0’ to focus on system-wide constraints to electricity security and affordability
14th August 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Amid waning loadshedding, government and business have agreed to begin “repurposing” the National Energy Crisis Committee (Necom) to shift focus from interventions aimed at arresting the... 


The NTCSA's immediate priorities
The NTCSA's immediate priorities
8th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the role of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) in the country's electricity system; its current trading status; its plans to... 


Minister plans to review South Africa's electricity pricing policy
Minister plans to review South Africa's electricity pricing policy
2nd August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses Electricity & Energy Minister Kgosientsho Raomokgopa's plans to review South Africa's electricity pricing policy and whether a sustainable outcome... 


Substation and wind turbines
Grid rules should favour shovel-ready projects whether public or private – Minister
29th July 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa indicates that he is in favour of grid-access rules that ensure as much new capacity is added as quickly as possible regardless of whether... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
IRP2023 comments to be workshopped to ensure ‘credible’ outcome
29th July 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has committed not to dismiss the more than 4 000 public comments received in response to the draft Integrated Resource Plan 2023 (IRP2023),... 


Power lines over an informal settlement
Ramokgopa announces electricity tariff review amid affordability ‘crisis’ for poor households
29th July 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa reports that a review of South Africa’s electricity pricing policy will be launched with the aim of addressing a rising affordability... 


Economic growth a top priority for GNU
Economic growth a top priority for GNU
19th July 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Engineering News editor Terence Creamer discusses the key themes of interest to business raised during President Cyril Ramaphosa's Opening of Parliament speech; the ongoing and new reforms that... 


Powerlines
Eskom makes shock objection to issuance of trading licences
18th July 2024 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom has lodged a surprise objection to the issuance of licences to private traders in areas where its distribution entity currently holds a licence, arguing that the current rules of the National... 


South African power auction model may be rolled out across Africa
16th July 2024 By: Bloomberg

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) said it’s seeking to roll out a tendering model across the continent for the supply of power from renewable energy that’s attracted more than... 


Eskom power plant
Eskom employee, service provider face fraud charges in court
9th July 2024 By: Darren Parker

An employee of State-owned Eskom and a service provider to the utility last week appeared in the Hendrina Magistrate Court, in Mpumalanga, on charges of fraud, with each granted bail of R30 000. It... 


Last year was pivotal for the power sector, Energy Council says
5th July 2024 By: Schalk Burger

2023 was a pivotal year for South Africa’s power sector, as unprecedented loadshedding undermined the economy and society, industry organisation the Energy Council of South Africa says. “We can... 


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