Hydropower
latest news & developmentsWater shortages impact hydropower as energy solution
Water scarcity has rendered hydropower impractical, shifting focus to coal and nuclear energy
Countdown for Mozambique mega gas project quickens
TotalEnergies is preparing for the resumption in early 2024 of its stalled $23 billion liquified natural gas project
South Africa must rethink how to frame problems and solutions
Lessons from China and Norway on how capacities can be channelled to deliver on priorities and ensure activity with notable outcomes
Africa’s energy crisis leaves continent in the dark
Over-reliance on ageing and ailing colonial infrastructure leaves over 40% of the continent’s population without electricity
Just transition could secure access to cleaner energy sources in Africa
A researcher says Africa’s huge renewable energy potential could save lives from air pollution
Micro-hydropower lights up an Eastern Cape village
There is hidden potential for small hydropower plants in South Africa
Damming the Nile
In a few weeks, when the rainy season arrives, water will finally begin to flow into the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. Expect regional tensions to rise along with the water…
Be bold, Cyril, even if it’s politically risky
He must end the Mantashe problem and execute his strategy rather than keep the ANC onside
Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan must agree on sharing the Nile — before it’s too late
Tensions around the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam must be resolved before the dam comes online
Hydropower is Africa’s big gamble
African states have bet big on huge hydroelectric plants, but climate change is threatening rainfall
The Grand Inga delusion
The huge hydroelectric project is part of South African foreign policy, even though it makes little economic or environmental sense
New reality alters energy plans
Hydro power and gas in nearby countries have brought about a shift in South Africa’s schemes.
Water can close South Africa’s electricity gap
Hydropower is a viable alternative to fossil fuels, but South Africa is not realising the benefits of using water to generate energy.
River could light up the continent
New hydropower projects in the DRC will benefit big users, but locals might be left off the grid.
DRC waits on funding for world’s largest hydropower project
The dream of harnessing the DRC’s mighty Congo River has moved closer, and South Africa has pledged to buy half of the power it generates.