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Kudzaishe Chivandire
Kudzaishe Chivandire is a research and strategy consultant at Birguid, an advisory firm that specialises in strategy, finance and enterprise development for Africa’s private and public sector organisations
Waste to energy can reduce South Africa’s refuse and electricity problems – and the climate crisis
The country has more than 860 landfills or 48.5 million tonnes of waste of which 64% is hazardous 36% general waste, but only 34% is recycled
The solar energy market will grow if innovative business models are developed
Southern African suppliers should consider entering into partnerships with financiers to offer off-grid, hybrid and prepaid solutions to customers
Is solar power the answer to Southern Africa’s energy crisis?
Africa’s favourable weather conditions means solar energy uptake could be accelerated with a few nudges in the right direction