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Gridlock loading: Act now in South Africa’s renewable energy transition
Gridlock loading: Act now in South Africa’s renewable energy transition
24th July 2025

As South Africa’s renewable energy market grows, grid constraints pose an urgent challenge for businesses. But with decisive action and the right partnerships, it is not an insurmountable challenge. 


coal on conveyor
South Africa urged to maximise short-term coal gains while accelerating long-term energy transition
24th July 2025 By: Darren Parker

A temporary global hesitation to embrace the energy transition, spurred on primarily by resistance to the idea by the US, may provide short-term advantages for corporates in sectors such as coal,... 


The electric Powertrack range, manufactured by SRHeavy (SRH), a Metso-owned company, includes mobile jaw crushers, cone crushers, and screens – all designed to run efficiently using an external power supply
Athos Crushing & Screening launches fully electric mobile Crushers and Screens
24th July 2025

Following an extensive testing regime, Athos Crushing & Screening is officially launching a fully electric range of mobile crushers and screens called Powertrack, built by SRHeavy (SRH). Dubbed the... 


Solar panels at the Komati power station
Speakers outline Eskom’s transition approach at energy industry day
24th July 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

State-owned power utility Eskom has adopted a “forward-looking” strategy that is designed to tackle the current pressing challenges in the electricity sector, while positioning the entity as a... 


Eskom's Sere wind farm
Eskom says standalone renewables unit could seek to tap market appetite for green electricity
23rd July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom group executive for strategy and sustainability Nontokoza Hadebe says the decision to establish a ‘GreenCo’ renewables business as a standalone subsidiary separated from Eskom Generation is... 


Renewable energy projects retained cost advantage over fossil fuels in 2024 – Irena
23rd July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Solar PV power projects were 41% cheaper on average than the lowest-cost fossil fuel alternatives in 2024, while onshore wind projects were 53% cheaper on average than fossil fuel projects, the... 


Solar farm
Six new solar projects selected and talks continue on eight more, including four wind projects
23rd July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Six solar PV projects, with a combined capacity of 1 290 MW, have been named as preferred bidders following the seventh bid window (BW7) of South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power... 


Sasol Secunda
Sasol expects 20% earnings rise, flags possible Natref impact from partner's troubles
22nd July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Petrochemicals company Sasol expects to meet the majority of its financial guidance for the 2025 financial year, as well as volume guidance across most business segments. It notes that its... 


Discovery Green head Andre Nepgen
Southern Sun signs 10-year renewables supply deal with Discovery Green for flagship resorts
22nd July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Licensed electricity trader Discovery Green has signed a 10-year power purchase agreement with Southern Sun, under which more than 90% of the hospitality group’s consumption across seven flagship... 


Spodumene ore
Zimbabwe's spodumene exports surge 30% despite weak lithium prices
21st July 2025 By: Reuters

Zimbabwe's exports of spodumene concentrate, a lithium-bearing mineral essential for battery production, surged 30% in the first half of 2025 despite weak global lithium prices, official statistics... 


Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
Three decarbonisation myths and how organisations can debunk them
21st July 2025

By: Kshitij Batra - Senior Vice President, International Hub, Power Products at Schneider Electric If good intentions were enough to decarbonise the planet, our climate goals might not be slipping... 


The new mega-dam will dwarf the Three Gorges Dam, which is currently the world's largest-capacity hydroelectric power station.
Iron-ore futures hit multi-month highs on mega-dam announcement
21st July 2025 By: Reuters

Iron-ore futures surged to their highest levels in nearly five months on Monday, buoyed by the announcement of construction on the world's largest hydropower dam and firm steel mill margins. The... 


Apollo Africa interim CEO Ed Cameron
Apollo Africa ramps up electricity trading with balanced, scalable growth strategy
18th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Licensed electricity trader Apollo Africa is ramping up its market entry with a balanced, scalable growth strategy that leverages its position as a trusted intermediary between South Africa’s... 


The Jansen potash mine in Canada
BHP hit by potash cost blowout; iron-ore and copper set records
18th July 2025 By: Mariaan Webb

Commodities major BHP on Friday warned of rising costs and possible delays at its flagship Canadian potash project and confirmed it is considering selling its suspended nickel business, as part of... 


Solar panels
Spain's Zelestra aims to power Peru mines with $1 billion renewables investment
18th July 2025 By: Reuters

Spain's Zelestra plans to invest at least $1-billion in renewable energy plants over the next five years powering mines in copper-rich southern Peru, the company's CEO for Latin America told... 


Ford South Africa's PHEV battery assembly plant
Automotive sector decarbonisation opportunities numerous – panel
17th July 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

With the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism looming, new energy vehicle (NEV) policies intensifying and the responsible sourcing imperative intenifiying, automotive... 


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Lack of collaboration between African nations preventing critical minerals beneficiation capability
16th July 2025 By: Darren Parker

A severe lack of economic collaboration between nations is stifling Africa’s critical minerals beneficiation aspirations, expert panel members agreed during the Manufacturing Indaba, in Sandton, on... 


Group executive for generation Bheki Nxumalo
Eskom finalising PPP framework for 5 GW just energy transition pipeline
16th July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Eskom reports that repowering projects with a combined capacity of 5 GW are currently under development across six coal power station sites and that it is aiming to implement 2 GW by 2026, mostly... 


Gold Fields lays wind turbine foundations for St Ives project
Gold Fields lays wind turbine foundations for St Ives project
16th July 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Global bullion miner Gold Fields on Wednesday reported a milestone in the construction of its A$296-million St Ives renewable energy project, pouring the foundations for seven wind turbines as part... 


Trevor Manuel
Issues on the agenda at the G20 finance meeting in South Africa
16th July 2025 By: Reuters

Group of 20 finance officials meet in South Africa from Thursday amid trade tensions, a global economic slowdown and Washington's threat to withdraw from multilateral organisations. President Cyril... 


BHP Australia chief Geraldine Slattery
BHP says too costly to build Australian green iron industry as PM seeks China collaboration
16th July 2025 By: Reuters

Major miner BHP has said it is too costly for Australia to build a "green iron" industry after the country and China agreed this week to jointly work to decarbonise the steel supply chain,... 


Gaia Renewables 1 acquires stakes in two AIIM projects
15th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Cape Town Stock Exchange-listed renewable energy investment fund Gaia Renewables 1 has acquired stakes in two renewable-energy plants after receiving project lender approval and after Competition... 


The 1 MW ground-mounted solar installation at the Zuurgat Farm
Solarise Africa commissions 1 MW solar plant for Northern Cape farm
15th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Energy-as-a-service company Solarise Africa has commissioned a 1 MW ground-mounted solar installation at the Zuurgat Farm, near Hopetown, in the Northern Cape, for farming enterprise Genade... 


SAIPPA chairperson Leoné Human
SAIPPA welcomes new management members
15th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation the South African Independent Power Producers Association (SAIPPA) has announced its new management committee, which includes Leoné Human as chairperson and Mary-Joy Masetlane... 


Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meeting with  Australian iron-ore miners and Chinese steelmakers in Shaghai on Monday.
Australia PM touts green steel as iron-ore miners meet Chinese steelmakers
14th July 2025 By: Reuters

Australia and China should cooperate more closely over green steel, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said in Shanghai on Monday, even as he called on the world's largest steelmaker to address excess... 


First Quantum says Prospect investment key to Zambia copper expansion
11th July 2025 By: Reuters

First Quantum Minerals' recent investment in Prospect Resources is key to the extension of mine life at Zambia's Sentinel mine, FQM's country director Anthony Mukutuma said on Friday. The... 


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On-The-Air (11/07/2025)
11th July 2025 By: Martin Creamer

Martin Creamer talks about Shanghai platinum event; green hydrogen project in Nelson Mandela Bay and palladium to reduce high water treatment costs. 


SAPVIA CEO Dr Rethabile Melamu
Solar PV installations expected to recover strongly this year after marked decline
11th July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) is expecting the domestic market to recover this year to the record installation levels achieved two years ago, following a marked... 


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Energy investments could increase SEZ attractiveness
11th July 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Strategic investment in industrial energy ecosystems is essential to enhance cost effectiveness, global competitiveness and the resilience of South Africa’s special economic zones (SEZs), thereby... 


An image of the Ogihara facility
SEZ targets expansions, increased investment
11th July 2025 By: Nadine Ramdass

Building on its positive impact, the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ), in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is expanding key infrastructure, with an overarching goal of enhancing industrial... 


Innovating stainless steel solutions across industries in South Africa
11th July 2025

Founded in 2010 with a strong vision to be a reliable, technically capable, and customer-focused supplier of stainless steel fasteners in South Africa, Fastenright has become a trusted partner... 


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Transparency needed
11th July 2025 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s recent trade policy interventions have been nowhere near as attention grabbing as President Donald Trump’s April 2 Rose Garden performance that included a giant cardboard chart... 


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Sunstone Solar, US
11th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project will be one of the largest renewable-energy projects in the US, if built to its intended capacity.  


Image of the Venetia mine
Venetia Underground Project, South Africa – update
11th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project is undergoing a rescoping process to optimise capital deployment and production schedules. 


Image of hydrogen molecules
Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub, Australia – update
11th July 2025 By: Sheila Barradas

The project has received a significant boost with the conditional award of A$432-million in funding from the Australian government through the Hydrogen Headstart programme. 


Renewables capacity grows, but regional divides persist
10th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

Despite renewables capacity having grown by more than 15.1% in 2024, the growth gap widens across regions, the ‘Renewable Energy Statistics 2025’ report released by international organisation the... 


Enel Green Power's enduring partnership cultivates growth for Marice Rooibos Skincare, demonstrating commitment beyond capital/compliance
Enel Green Power's enduring partnership cultivates growth for Marice Rooibos Skincare, demonstrating commitment beyond capital/compliance
10th July 2025

So many small businesses start up in South Africa only to face closure due to a lack of funding, skills or mentorship. The inspiring story of Marice Rooibos Skincare stands as a beacon of hope,... 


Bridging the renewable energy divide
Bridging the renewable energy divide
10th July 2025

South African manufacturers lag behind their mining counterparts in terms of renewable energy wheeling, presenting both opportunity and risk, writes Discovery Green Head Andre Nepgen. South Africa... 


An image of the members of the governing committee
Solar PV industry reaffirms commitment to energy security
9th July 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

Following the South Africa Photovoltaic Industry Association’s (SAPVIA’s) AGM on July 3, the industry body says the South African solar PV industry has recommitted itself to being an active... 


Solar panels, wind turbines and transmission lines
RE100, NBI launch recommendations to bolster renewable energy in South Africa
9th July 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Global corporate renewable energy initiative RE100 and South African sustainable growth and development coalition the National Business Initiative (NBI) on July 8 launched their joint 'South... 


Australian PM Anthony Albanese
Australia’s Albanese heads to China as Trump stresses alliance
8th July 2025 By: Bloomberg

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese plans to travel to China from this weekend, seeking to strengthen ties with his country’s largest trading partner while its top security ally US aims to... 


US warns of blackout risk from killing coal as Trump snubs renewables
US warns of blackout risk from killing coal as Trump snubs renewables
8th July 2025 By: Bloomberg

Blackouts in the US could double by 2030 amid an expected increase in power demand brought on by AI, according to a Trump administration report that blames the expected energy shortfall on the... 


Electricity sector reforms must be accelerated for competitive electricity market, says Mavuso
7th July 2025 By: Schalk Burger

In a recent meeting with business organisation Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa highlighted that there is tension between the... 


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