Energy
Energy is the sector encompassing the production, distribution and consumption of power and fuel resources required to drive economic activity and sustain modern life. The industry spans electricity generation from coal, gas, nuclear, hydro and renewable sources such as solar and wind, as well as the extraction, refining and supply of oil, natural gas and other fossil fuels. Energy infrastructure includes power stations, transmission grids, pipelines, refineries, storage facilities and distribution networks. The sector is fundamental to industrialisation, transport, agriculture, manufacturing and household welfare, making it a strategic priority for governments and a major component of global trade and investment. Africa's energy landscape is characterised by a mix of abundant fossil-fuel and renewable resources alongside significant electrification challenges, with many countries pursuing grid expansion, independent power projects and off-grid solutions to close access gaps. Energy markets are shaped by commodity pricing, geopolitical dynamics, regulatory frameworks and the global transition toward lower-carbon sources. Major players include state-owned utilities, international oil companies, independent power producers and increasingly private renewable-energy developers. The sector faces pressures from climate policy, technological disruption, financing constraints and the need to balance affordability, reliability and sustainability. Investment in energy infrastructure remains a central theme in African economic development and regional integration efforts.
Energy Updates
From NUM to NEHAWU within COSATU: What Happened to Industrialisation?
15th October 2026 The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) used to be located close to COSATU center. A mineworker was more than just an underground earner. Due to... →
Tanzania: Regulatory Update on Critical Information Infrastructure
7th October 2026 On 19 June 2026, the Minister for Communication and Information Technology (Minister) issued the Cybercrimes (Protection of Critical Information... →
New ‘Construction Book’ features 110 projects for procurement in next 12 to 18 months 
By: Terence Creamer 25th August 2026 The third edition of South Africa’s ‘Construction Book’, which lists 110 infrastructure projects that are expected to enter procurement over the... →
Measured ambition
By: Terence Creamer 10th July 2026 South Africa’s planned R1-trillion infrastructure programme is undoubtedly a chance to revive the struggling construction sector and to stimulate... →
Ending Impunity and Inequality
19th June 2026 41 G7 energy-billionaires have increased their wealth by $23.5-billion since the unlawful US and Israel war against Iran began, reveals new Oxfam... →
Business Confidence Shed Sentiment
11th June 2026 The SACCI’s Business Confidence Index (BCI) continued to decline by 7.7 index points in April 2026 but recovered in May 2026 by 0.5 index points to... →
Standard Chartered bank says reforms win back investors to Africa
By: Reuters 10th June 2026 African governments from Nigeria to Uganda have lured foreign funders ranging from export credit agencies and private investors to the Gulf as... →
South Africa's Treasury welcomes Fitch upgrade to BB with stable outlook
By: Schalk Burger 8th June 2026 The National Treasury has welcomed credit rating agency Fitch’s decision to upgrade South Africa’s long-term foreign and local currency credit... →
Chief Economists' Outlook: May 2026
2nd June 2026 The May 2026 Chief Economists’ Outlook opens on a more pessimistic note than the January edition. Drawing on consultations and survey responses... →
Investment conferences are turning commitments into jobs
18th May 2026 Dear Fellow South African, Since the start of this year, we have held a series of high-profile engagements with domestic and international... →
