A large-scale hybrid solar and battery project, underpinned by a landmark 25-year private power purchase agreement (PPA) with Sasol and Air Liquide, has achieved financial close and is targeting to... 

Ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa delivering his State of the Nation Address (SoNA) on February 12, electric vehicle (EV) charging company Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE) has reiterated a call to act... 

Commercial and industrial renewable-energy producer SolarAfrica has secured financial close on R1.5-billion to build the 114 MW utility-scale solar project SunCentral 2 in the Northern Cape, with... 

In general, if you look at the commodities produced in South Africa, we’re doing very well, and it looks like 2026 is going to be a great year. That’s the view of Menar MD Vuslat Bayoglu, who spoke... 

The head of Discovery Green, the renewable-energy trading unit of JSE-listed Discovery, is forecasting that trader‑led wheeling will become the dominant commercial model in the South African... 

Concor has commenced construction of its 11th building in the prestigious Oxford Parks Precinct in Rosebank, appointed by long-standing client Intaprop to deliver the new 211 Oxford Road... 

In the global discourse on climate change, the transition to sustainable power is often reduced to a simple formula: "replace fossil fuels with renewables." However, for those responsible for the... 

Global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies WEG was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the largest electric motor manufacturers in the world, producing more than... 

JSE- and LSE-listed Northam Platinum expects to report a substantial increase in earnings for the six months ended December 31, 2025, driven by higher production volumes, improved metal prices and... 

The release of the latest Reform Tracker Quarterly Review by business organisation Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) has shown that there has been broad progress across government’s reform... 

Johannesburg- and New York-listed DRDGOLD expects to report earnings per share (EPS) of between 216.9c and 228.2c for the six months ended December 31, 2025, an increase of between 93% and 103% on... 

Mining company Peabody Energy believes that coal-fired power generation will remain key to the US energy mix for decades, supported by favourable policy, rising electricity demand and the... 

Global power demand is set to grow by 3.6% a year on average over the rest of this decade, with electricity generation from renewables, natural gas and nuclear all expanding to keep pace, says... 

Precious and green metals mining company Sibanye-Stillwater has concluded a flexible renewable energy power purchase agreement (PPA) with energy trader Etana Energy, involving the supply of 220 MW... 

Cape Town will call for tenders to implement several major projects that aim at cutting electricity costs and bolstering water security in South Africa’s second-biggest city and main tourist hub.... 

Alongside its environmental benefits, renewable energy is fundamentally a financial sustainability solution, with new electricity wheeling options offering a cheaper alternative to grid power for... 

Amid structural challenges, market developments and other strategic considerations, players in the African mining industry are increasingly adopting alternative-energy solutions, reports energy... 

Australian miner Fortescue started construction of its Nullagine wind project, in the Pilbara, Western Australia, last month, marking a major milestone in the company’s plan to reach its “Real... 

South Africa has the means to address water issues through minor and major actions that can be undertaken at the national, local, business and individual levels – similar to the response to its... 

Retail giant the Shoprite Group has powered up its 100th solar photovoltaic (PV) system, more than ten years after launching its first solar project in 2015.  The landmark installation was at... 

A new data portal made publicly available recently by the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) provides some encouraging insight into the country’s power generation project pipeline.... 

In the global discourse on climate change, the transition to sustainable power is often reduced to a simple formula: “replace fossil fuels with renewables.” However, for those responsible for the... 

Amid decarbonisation pressures and looming electricity tariff increases, South African property players are increasingly incorporating renewable-energy sources – such as on-site solar PV or offsite... 

Utility-scale solar and battery storage independent power producer Doral Renewables plans to build a solar facility and battery-energy storage system in Texas. 

Growthpoint Properties has kicked off a R270-million project to redevelop Paarl Mall, in the Western Cape. The project will bring the centre’s gross lettable area to 44 474 m2, while also... 

Zero Carbon Charge (Charge) says it is on schedule to complete construction work on its two newest off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging stations by June. The company believes the two additions –... 

Mining and renewable-energy company Exxaro has reached financial close on R13-billion in new term refinancing facilities. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed company said on Thursday, February... 

Vivo Energy, through its Engen business in South Africa, will once again showcase its mining solutions at the 2026 Investing in African Mining Indaba, taking place from 9 to12 February at the Cape... 

South Africa's mining industry has long been the backbone of its economy, contributing significantly to the national GDP, local community upliftment and employment. However, the sector is at a... 

 Africa's renewable energy sector is experiencing unprecedented momentum, positioning the continent as a global leader in clean power growth. The 18th Africa Energy Indaba, the continent's premier... 

Long viewed as the troubled sibling of solar photovoltaic (PV) power, solar thermal power is now ready to take on the biggest prize of all – decarbonisation of industrial heat. 

On 9-12 February 2026, key names in the African mining industry will descend on Cape Town for this year’s Mining Indaba – addressing needs, exploring opportunities, and creating solutions in the... 

Renewable energy independent power producer Seriti Green has appointed Chabisi Motloung as COO, as the company’s projects, including the giant Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Farm in Mpumalanga, move into... 

By: Irma Pienaar - Chief Operations Officer at Mulilo South Africa’s renewable energy industry is rapidly emerging as a key driver of economic growth and job creation, offering a wide range of... 

TSX-listed Ivanhoe Mines has confirmed that it is in advanced discussions with Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) State-owned mining company Gécamines and metals and energy trader Mercuria to... 

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has noted public commentary following an article published by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) on January 27 regarding the... 

WeBuyCars has added two new vehicle supermarkets to its network as the group targets expanded sales. The JSE-listed vehicle retailer currently moves between 15 000 and 16 000 cars a month. The... 

Renewable energy company Scatec Group has reached an all-time-high near-term growth portfolio, with various projects rapidly achieving development milestones. Scatec reported total power... 

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) registered 147 new electricity generation facilities in the quarter ended December 31 – the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year –... 

As delegates prepare for this year’s Investing in African Mining Indaba under the theme Stronger Together: Progress Through Partnerships, the focus is shifting to how collaboration, technology... 

Africa’s ability to attract sustainable mining investment increasingly depends on coherent policy frameworks, regional integration and coordinated infrastructure development – an outlook that... 

The solar plant has been commissioned.