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Africa still slow to take up EVs, energy storage solutions
20th February 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Globally, there is a rise in the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) and battery storage systems, especially in regions where there is a lack of constant, reliable energy supply or more economically... 


Power pools could benefit Africa’s regions
20th February 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Power pooling is an effective means of mitigating electricity supply risk over a large area served by numerous utilities, information technology services company EOH divisional manager Rob Surtees... 


Digitalisation could facilitate energy access, efficiency in Africa – panel
Digitalisation could facilitate energy access, efficiency in Africa – panel
19th February 2019 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Digitalisation within the African energy sector is accelerating at a rapid rate, creating demand for innovation and adaptation to new market technologies and the development of new skill sets... 


AfDB power, energy, climate and green growth complex VP Amadou Hott
AfDB optimistic about Eskom’s turnaround prospects
19th February 2019 By: Terence Creamer

The African Development Bank (AfDB), which has extended billions of rands in loans to Eskom, says it is optimistic the actions being taken to turnaround the embattled South African power utility... 


Energy Minister Jeff Radebe
Radebe says IRP to be finalised in March and promises to address IPP issues soon
19th February 2019 By: Terence Creamer

Energy Minister Jeff Radebe listed the finalisation of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for electricity as South Africa’s main energy priority and indicated on Tuesday the policy should be... 


AEI 2019 Kicks Off on Tuesday, 19th February
18th February 2019

The much-anticipated Africa Energy Indaba, held in collaboration with strategic partners, the World Energy Council, NEPAD Agency and SANEA, kicks off on Tuesday, 19th February at the Sandton... 


AFRICA’S ENERGY FUTURE The Africa Energy Indaba will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre, in Johannesburg, from February 19 and 20 this year
Event set to dissect the future of African energy
15th February 2019 By: Paige Müller

The eleventh edition of the Africa Energy Indaba – which will take place at the Sandton Convention Centre, in Johannesburg, from February 19 to 20 this year – will focus on the future prospects and... 


A CHANGING FUTURE Several disruptive forces are set to threaten the traditional power utility business model
Power utility business models set to change
15th February 2019

According to Africa Energy Indaba organiser Siyenza, African power utilities must respond appropriately to impending forces to prevent being surpassed by technological and market change. The... 


DEMAND SPIKE
Africa is still undergoing rapid urbanisation, further contributing to its economic development and energy consumption demands
Continent’s energy demands increase
15th February 2019

Africa’s demand for energy is steadily increasing and solutions to meet this growth have become a major concern amongst the energy sector leaders of the continent. Key factors contributing to this... 


ADEQUATE GENERATION 
The Africa Energy Indaba Conference will discuss, debate and seek solutions to enable adequate energy generation across the continent.
What to expect from 2019 Africa Energy Indaba
15th February 2019

The Africa Energy Indaba Conference is the definitive energy conference for Africa providing an annual programme that shapes energy policy for the African continent. Key issues that impact the... 


UPDATING INFRASTRUCTURE The ECIC is aiding Mozambique State utility Electricidade de Mocambique in a project to finance the rehabilitation of the country’s electricity infrastructure in northern Mozambique and in Maputo
Energy capacity shortfalls stunting Africa’s industrialisation efforts
15th February 2019 By: Paige Müller

Insurance company the Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa (ECIC) says there are significant shortfalls and backlogs in Africa’s installed energy capacity, which is stunting the... 


GAS ON THE RISE There has been and increase in the development of gas-fired power stations throughout Africa
Renewable grids present investment opportunity
15th February 2019 By: Paige Müller

The recent trend towards the development of renewable energy, including those based on smart grids and microgrids in Africa, has encouraged the establishment of a new renewable energy equity fund.... 


MITIGATING EMISSIONS 
NCPC-SA’s South African Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) project has mitigating about 3.7-million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions
Technical workshops to address energy efficiency
15th February 2019 By: Paige Müller

The Department of Trade and Industry’s National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) programme states that it will host technical workshops at this year’s Africa Energy Indaba. NCPC-SA... 


AFFORDABLE ENERGY
For the first time, South Africa is seeing a real opportunity to buck the trend of ever-increasing electricity tariffs
Renewables ensure cleaner national energy
15th February 2019 By: Paige Müller

The wide-scale adoption of renewable energy projects throughout South Africa will result in a more cost-effective and cleaner national energy supply, says renewable-energy development and... 


Total Announces Ground-breaking Oil Discovery 175km Off the Southern Coast of South Africa
13th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The recent gas condensate discovery by Total South Africa, 175km off the southern coast of South Africa, has set the stage for a significant contribution to the nation’s economic development as it... 


Eaton affirms alternative energy at 2019 Africa Energy Indaba
12th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

 Eaton Electric is pledging its support for Africa’s drive to ramp up alternative energy solutions at the 11th annual Africa Energy Indaba taking place on 19 – 20 February 2019 at the Sandton... 


What to Expect at 2019’s Africa Energy Indaba
11th February 2019

The Africa Energy Indaba conference is the definitive energy event for the continent providing an annual programme that influences energy policy for Africa. Key issues that impact the African... 


Global and Africa Energy Experts Confirmed to speak at the 11th Africa Energy Indaba
7th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Leading figures and global experts within the African energy sector will convene in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa at the 2019 Africa Energy Indaba to debate key issues keeping Africa’s energy... 


Trends Creating Opportunities in Africa’s Energy Sector
4th February 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Africa’s power and energy sector are catalysts for its growth and development. To achieve its full potential, the continent needs to accommodate the energy needs of its citizens and to achieve... 


The Impact of Digitalisation and IoT on the African Energy Sector
29th January 2019

Leading figures within the African energy space will assemble at the Africa Energy Indaba to discuss the significance of digitalisation and IoT at a time when the energy sector is experiencing a... 


The Impact of Digitalisation and IoT on the African Energy Sector
28th January 2019

Leading figures within the African energy space will assemble at the Africa Energy Indaba to discuss the significance of digitalisation and IoT at a time when the energy sector is experiencing a... 


Alleviating Energy Storage Concerns
3rd December 2018

The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that by 2035, developing nations will constitute 80% of total global energy production and consumption alike. A greater portion of this new generation... 


Alleviating Energy Storage Concerns
3rd December 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The International Energy Agency (IEA) predicts that by 2035, developing nations will constitute 80% of total global energy production and consumption alike. A greater portion of this new generation... 


Challenges facing the African Energy Sector
26th November 2018 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Many African countries have seen rapid and meaningful economic growth in the last decade, and to ensure the continued sustainability of this growth, these economies rely heavily on accessible,... 


Impact of Mini- and Off-grid Power Projects in Africa
20th November 2018

Several exciting dialogues will form the focus of the discussions at the 11th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba, which returns to the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 19 – 20... 


The Role of Renewable Power in Meeting Africa’s Energy Needs
12th November 2018

In response to improving energy security and adhering to international climate change policies that are profoundly transforming the energy industry, The World Energy Council (WEC), the South... 


Africa Power Vision to Form Integral Component of Africa Energy Indaba 2019
1st November 2018

The annual Africa Energy Indaba 2019 will cover a wide range of topics pertinent to Africa’s energy industry. The Africa Power Vision is amongst these topics and will be conveyed through a... 


Knox Msebenzi
Nuclear industry group cautions against 'rushed decisions' on energy
22nd February 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Nuclear Industry Association of South Africa (Niasa) has urged the government and energy sector to have a broad perspective in their energy planning and include nuclear in a balanced energy... 


Eskom transmission and sustainability group executive Thava Govender
Utilities should embrace technology and innovation – Eskom’s Govender
21st February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

The fourth industrial revolution presents an opportunity to embrace technology and innovation in the energy sector, State-owned Eskom transmission and sustainability group executive Thava Govender... 


Energy policy certainty needed to bolster manufacturing growth in Africa
21st February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

More policy certainty is required to support energy projects and to build a strong manufacturing sector in Africa, says engineering and infrastructure advisory group Aurecon African market energy... 


Rosatom sub-Saharan African VP Viktor Polikarpov
Reliable energy needed for a stable economy – Rosatom
21st February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

Reliable and affordable energy is key to stimulating any economy, says Rosatom sub-Saharan African regional VP Viktor Polikarpov. Speaking during a panel discussion at the African Energy Indaba, on... 


Clinton Foundation climate initiative senior regional manager Fiona Wilson
Climate change driving energy innovation
21st February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

Climate change is a major driver of global energy innovation, says Clinton Foundation climate initiative senior regional manager Fiona Wilson. Speaking at the Africa Energy Indaba, in Johannesburg,... 


Blue World Power Energy and Resources MD Gavin Carlson
Minigrid solutions suitable for addressing Africa’s energy challenge
20th February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

Minigrids have the capability to operate in isolation from the national grid and have been shown to reduce the cost of, and dramatically increase the pace of, rural electrification, says Blue World... 


There is relevance for nuclear power in South Africa, Niasa exec
20th February 2018 By: Anine Kilian

South Africa needs to be prepared for the nuclear build programme, which has been in the pipeline for a decade now, says Nuclear Industry Association of South Africa supply chain committee member... 


AfDB VP for power, energy, green growth and climate change Amadou Hott
AfDB expresses strong support for new Eskom leadership
20th February 2018 By: Terence Creamer

The African Development Bank (AfDB), which has extended loan facilities worth a collective R20-billion to South Africa’s power utility Eskom, expressed confidence on Tuesday that the new leadership... 


South Africa: The Department Of Trade And Industry And The South African Electrotechnical Export Council To Host African Delegation During The 2018 Africa Energy Indaba Conference
19th February 2018

The Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) through Trade Invest Africa, in partnership with the South African Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC) will host a high level delegation from... 


AFRICA ENERGY INDABA 2017 brings together Africa’s leading women in energy
13th December 2016

The third annual Women in Energy conference, organised by the Africa Energy Indaba, will bring together Africa’s leading women in the energy sector on Monday 20th February at the Sandton Convention... 


Mozambique President inaugurates 120 MW gas-fired power station
4th March 2016 By: Anine Kilian

The mass deployment of often-overlooked mini, or small-scale, hydropower projects to complement existing energy generation in Africa emerged as a key theme during a panel discussion at the Africa... 


 Green technology uptake slow in Africa owing to risk to jobs
Green technology uptake slow in Africa owing to risk to jobs
17th February 2016 By: Megan van Wyngaardt

While it makes economic and environmental sense for African governments to adopt green energy technologies at a macro level , the continent is reluctant to do so as green technologies are currently... 


NCPC information-sharing portal live by June
NCPC information-sharing portal live by June
17th February 2016 By: Megan van Wyngaardt

The Resource Efficiency and Clean-up Production Network Portal (RECPNP) developed by industrial sustainability programme the National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa (NCPC-SA) is expected... 


Eskom group executive for transmission Thava Govender
Eskom says African power pool would stimulate new generation investment
17th February 2016 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s State-owned electricity utility Eskom has called for the creation of an integrated African power pool to facilitate greater electricity trade across borders and to encourage new... 


$60/bl oil price the ‘new normal’, but Africa is not benefiting
$60/bl oil price the ‘new normal’, but Africa is not benefiting
17th February 2016 By: Natasha Odendaal

The current low oil price environment will become the “new normal” with no end in sight in the downward trend; however, oil-importing African countries were not benefiting on the back of contracted... 


Swiss Re head of market development in Africa Christina Ulardic
Smaller hydro projects fill a power gap – panel
16th February 2016 By: Natasha Odendaal

The mass deployment of often-overlooked mini, or small-scale, hydropower projects to complement existing energy generation in Africa emerged as a key theme during a panel discussion at the Africa... 


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