Matla-Urja:  NTPC and Eskom sign collaboration agreement to enhance power sector capabilities
/ 6 December 2024

Matla-Urja:  NTPC and Eskom sign collaboration agreement to enhance power sector capabilities

India’s largest energy conglomerate The National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) and South Africa’s power utility Eskom signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) at the Matla-Urja Energy Conference, held 27–28 November at Wits Business School in Johannesburg to collaborate on technical knowledge sharing and power generation improvements.

Matla-Urja:  The future energy mix in South Africa –  Navigating transition and collaboration
/ 6 December 2024

Matla-Urja:  The future energy mix in South Africa – Navigating transition and collaboration

South Africa’s energy sector is at a crossroads. The Matla-Urja Energy Conference, held on 27–28 November at Wits Business School, put into focus the urgency of reshaping the nation’s energy mix. With South Africa’s reliance on coal for 80% of its energy, the country faces mounting pressure to transition toward a sustainable energy future while maintaining economic stability

Matla-Urja:  Rethinking South Africa’s energy future: Minister Kgosientsho Ramakgopa addresses the Matla-Urja Energy Conference held at Wits Business School
/ 6 December 2024

Matla-Urja:  Rethinking South Africa’s energy future: Minister Kgosientsho Ramakgopa addresses the Matla-Urja Energy Conference held at Wits Business School

South Africa’s energy sector faces existential challenges, from recurring load-shedding to structural inefficiencies in its energy infrastructure. At the Matla-Urja Energy Conference, Minister of Electricity and Energy, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa outlined a roadmap for overcoming these challenges

Getting medical aid in your 20s is a smart move
/ 5 December 2024

Getting medical aid in your 20s is a smart move

You’re young, you’re free, and you’ve just landed your first real job with a decent salary. You’re also healthy, you exercise regularly, and follow a balanced diet. So why spend your hard-earned money on medical aid instead of a new car, travel, or entertainment?