Zimbabwe is grappling with significant electricity inefficiencies. The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) reports that up…
Category: Southern Africa
Catholic Sisters in Zimbabwe Built Off-Grid Infrastructure
Catholic sisters in Zimbabwe’s second-largest city, Bulawayo, have built off-grid infrastructure to power their operations. Zimbabwe…
Africa Loses 5% of GDP to Climate Change
According to United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell, Africa is losing up to 5% of its…
Zimbabwe to Maintain Power Generation Amid Water Shortages
Despite ongoing challenges due to low water levels, Zimbabwe will continue generating power from the Kariba…
South Africa Urged to Boost Offshore Oil and Gas Support
South Africa’s Energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has called for better government support and collaboration with major…
Germany Requests Clarity on South Africa’s Coal-Closure Slowdown
Germany’s climate envoy said Germany is requesting clarity on South Africa’s plans to slow down the…
South Africa Seeks India’s Energy Insights
Deputy President Paul Mashatile emphasised South Africa’s interest in learning from India’s rural electrification and renewable…
New Development Bank Approves $2.3bn in Loans for Renewable Energy Projects
The New Development Bank (NDB) has approved $2.3 billion (R41bn) for 10 renewable energy projects covering…
Independent Power Producers in South Africa Seek Fair Deal Over Output Curbs
South African independent power producers are seeking compensation for revenues lost when adhering to state utility…