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Dr Kabelo Edmond Ramohlola is among a new generation of South African scientists advancing research that could help shape the country's clean energy future. As a researcher at…
Energy apartheid: Mining companies transition without justice
Anglo Platinum has invested in renewable energy but ignored the local community’s proposals for socially-owned clean energy
Brics talks green, acts dirty
Countries like Brazil and Ethiopia push for development that is led by renewable energy but other members of the Brics block are protecting their fossil fuel interests
Clean energy must extend beyond megawatts and minerals
Renewable does not always mean responsible, which is why business and human rights needs to be at the heart of Africa’s energy future
South Africa’s energy future lies in innovation
Consumers responded to load-shedding by installing solar energy. In response, Eskom chose higher tariffs instead of encouraging the move to clean energy
Critical minerals a potential catalyst for sustainable growth in Southern Africa
Policies that attract investment while safeguarding long-term national interests can foster a conducive environment for cross-border investments
Prince William champions Africa’s role at 2024 Earthshot Prize
Earthshot Prize announces this year’s winners who are shaping a greener, cleaner future
Green energy innovations are being developed in Namibia’s desert
Green hydrogen features in projects aimed at producing carbon-free steel and ammonia fuel for shipping and rail transport
Creecy: SA must act on just energy transition or lose out on funding
Creecy: SA must act on just energy transition or lose out on funding
Nuclear energy fusion “breakthrough” – How excited should we get?
Is nuclear fusion just a dream or is it achievable?
The West is using COP27 to shift blame – private greed prevails over humanity’s survival
Rich nations have devised a system to hide the facts and put the blame for global warming on poorer nations
COP27: Rich nations that caused the problem must deliver on climate commitments
There is no time to stall. Those responsible for the climate crisis must act now
Clean energy explainer: What is a just transition?
Researchers say South Africa needs a ‘deep just transition’ that goes beyond moving to renewable energy
Investors and startups are focusing on green, sustainable businesses
In South Africa and abroad it is renewable energy, new environmental-friendly technologies and materials, as well as goods and services that are attracting attention
Oil and gas firms ‘harassed’ out of South Africa, Gwede Mantashe says
Minister tells African Energy Indaba country ‘wants to be island of angels in sea of poverty’