To realise its digital potential, Africa must focus on several practical steps like investment in renewable energy sources
But realising this vision requires overcoming significant problems, from securing financing to developing robust policy frameworks and fostering visionary leadership
An inside look at a green hydrogen plant that has made the most visible progress of nine projects under development in Namibia
The five RNAs form part of the university’s strategic plan for institutional renewal
Wind farms are picking up speed in the province at the heart of South Africa’s energy transition
Clean energy offers a viable solution that can drive economic growth, improve quality of life and protect the environment
As a top producer of iron ore and rich in renewable energy, the country is well-placed to lead the transition
Green hydrogen features in projects aimed at producing carbon-free steel and ammonia fuel for shipping and rail transport
The region has also seen an increase in its contribution to the continent’s broader economic growth
Climate justice groups are leading the fight against those causing harm to our environment and climate
Zimbabwe is positioning itself as a global leader in mining and processing lithium, a critical energy transition mineral. But these ambitious plans come at a cost
The continent could emerge as a leader in decarbonising its transport sector
The improved load-shedding situation over the past month have been aided by solar photovoltaic energy and lower demand
The shift to clean energy must consider poorest of the poor and the natural environment
The electricity minister said the delay in approving environmental assessments undermines investor confidence
Responsible resource development goes hand in hand with environmental stewardship and social responsibility
All of its services are powered by renewable energy sources
Green energy is not without its negative impacts but it is still better than that generated by fossil fuels
The United Nations World Economic Situation report said the country’s economy would grow by only 0.5%
The draft IRP 2023 scales back renewable projects viewed as a key source of economic growth
The mineral resources department plans to finalise the country’s new energy plan by the end of May
The draft IRP 2023, released on Thursday after numerous delays, contends that renewables and clean energy technologies alone are not enough to secure South Africa’s energy future
Red Rocket on a mission to answer businesses’ call for more energy
South Africa and other African countries should accelerate their vast renewable energy potential to meet energy demands
The global financier announced that it had approved a $1 billion loan to help the country’s shift to cleaner forms of energy
Central banks’ contribution to climate change-related aims, and their role in the transition, depend on government policy
The role of the energy geoscience industry and alternative solutions
Kenya’s president says Africa’s renewable resources place the continent at an advantage because of its favourable weather
Wheeling electricity across the grid offers a solution to South Africa’s power crisis, so why is it not happening in the energy heartland?
Electricity consumption dropped by 3.2% year-on-year in June, because of plant breakdowns and unscheduled maintenance
Eskom changed its rules, giving preference to projects that are ‘shovel-ready’ and would get new power on the grid quickly
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa on Sunday highlighted a raft of new transmission projects that will add 37 gigawatts of energy to the grid by 2033