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Corruption and clean energy in South Africa: economic model shows trust in government is linked to takeup of renewables
20th February 2024 South Africa relies heavily on energy from coal-fired power stations, which emit large quantities of carbon. But making the transition to greater... →
South Africa is falling behind in Africa’s new ‘gold rush’
By: ISS, Institute for Security Studies 20th February 2024 South Africa was once Africa’s undisputed mining champion. It built its major economy on gold and diamonds, particularly in the 20th century. But... →
‘For the people, by the people’: Fact-checking 7 claims in Rise Mzansi’s election manifesto
By: Africa Check 20th February 2024 The new kid on the block, Rise Mzansi, launched its election manifesto on 20 January 2024. The People’s Manifesto was compiled after “almost a... →
100 MW of OCGT power to be available in Gauteng by April – Lesufi
By: Schalk Burger 20th February 2024 Johannesburg power utility City Power would, on behalf of the Gauteng government, add 100 MW of electricity capacity to the grid to assist the... →
Change Starts Now 2024 Election Manifesto
20th February 2024 What might a South Africa that hadn’t been forsaken, and its people largely abandoned to unemployment, poverty, crime and inequality by its... →
South African military is at war without helicopter-service deal
By: Bloomberg 19th February 2024 South Africa has deployed its troops into two wars without renewing a maintenance contract needed to keep its essential attack and transport... →
Reserves drawdown is wildcard in South Africa’s election budget
By: Bloomberg 19th February 2024 Enoch Godongwana needs to conjure an annual budget that balances spending pressures stemming from this year’s elections with the South African... →
Building structures below high-voltage powerlines is very dangerous
19th February 2024 Eskom notes an escalation in homes and other structures being built within power line servitudes. This is not only against Eskom regulations but... →