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Hydroelectric Power Stations

Eskom’s Ingula, Africa’s largest water-pumped power scheme, reaches completion
Article
/ 13 December 2017

Eskom’s Ingula, Africa’s largest water-pumped power scheme, reaches completion

Ingula is more than just an electricity generating facility, it serves as an example of how eco-friendly principles can be married with development.

By Thulebona Mhlanga
Orange scheme turns locals purple
Article
/ 13 March 2014

Orange scheme turns locals purple

Communities and environmentalists are outraged by the proposed hydroelectric projects

By Staff Reporter
Augrabies on hydropower hit list
Article
/ 13 March 2014

Augrabies on hydropower hit list

Conservationists claim water plants along the Orange River will affect the ecology and tourism

By Tileni Mongudhi
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Article
/ 12 May 2010

China offers Zambia $1bn for power project

The China Development Bank (CDB) on Tuesday offered to provide $1-billion for a planned hydroelectric station in Zambia.

By Staff Reporter
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Africa
/ 26 March 2010

Ethiopia’s rush to build mega dams sparks protests

At the foot of a towering gorge slicing through southern Ethiopia the Omo river suddenly disappears into a tunnel bored into the rockface.

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 24 August 2009

Blocked rivers threaten livelihood of Brazilian tribes

Plans to build more than 200 hydro-electric dams bring prospect of cheap electricity but destruction of Amazon habitats

By Staff Reporter
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Article
/ 8 December 2008

Zambia to spend $2,2bn on new hydro power

Zambia has authorised private developers to start feasibility studies and construction of hydroelectric power stations.

By Staff Reporter

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