SA’s energy regulator green-lights 75 applications from private companies wanting to generate energy for self-use.

Following the SONA, the renewables industry asks for clarity on the planned sequence to ensure momentum is not lost.

Chancellor Angela Merkel expresses interest in supporting SA with its energy supply needs, with particular focus on renewable energy.

The local wind industry awaits a ministerial determination to green-light the next round of wind farms to be built.

Energy minister Gwede Mantashe considers alternative measures to address the country’s electricity supply challenges.

It is agreed to build new growth sectors as the ruling party takes a friendly approach towards renewable energy independent power producers.

The city intends seeking permission from the courts for an expedited hearing on its energy case to allow it to buy energy from IPPs.

As power blackouts persist, minister Gwede Mantashe says government will allow IPPs to bring Window 4 capacity on stream earlier.

Energy minister Gwede Mantashe gives the province the green light to explore independent power producers for energy needs.

The company begins the construction of its Karusa and Soetwater wind farms, with an installed capacity of 140MW each.

Industry body reaction to government’s envisaged energy production plan sees some critical of the proposal and others cautiously optimistic.

Advanced Communications introduces technologies aimed at improving communication in underground mining operations.