Energy Transition

KEY POINTS The World Bank has approved a $200 million grant to Zambia through its International Development Association (IDA) to accelerate energy access in the country. This grant represents the …

KEY POINTS South African homeowners with solar power systems are facing increased financial strain following Eskom’s tariff overhaul in April 2025. The power utility’s decision to shift more of its …

KEY POINTS South Africa’s embattled power utility, Eskom, is showing rare signs of a turnaround. With more than half of its coal-fired stations now operating above 70% efficiency and three …

KEY POINTS As South Africa navigates the coldest stretch of winter, Eskom has managed to maintain grid stability and avoid load shedding for more than two consecutive months. This marks …

KEY POINTS South Africa’s national power utility Eskom has been ordered by a high court to pay more than R1 billion to French nuclear energy company Framatome. The judgment comes …

KEY POINTS South Africa’s state-owned power utility, Eskom, has unveiled a sweeping new energy strategy that will see the company reduce its dependence on coal and make a decisive shift …

KEY POINTS Aiteo, one of Africa’s leading energy companies, has signed a major engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) agreement to develop a 240,000 barrels-per-day refinery in Mozambique. The project is …

KEY POINTS Eskom has taken a decisive step toward its 2050 net-zero carbon emissions target by inviting tenders for a pilot renewable green hydrogen facility (RHF) at its Johannesburg Research, …

KEY POINTS Southern Africa is poised to bolster its energy independence as Namibia and Botswana advance plans for a jointly owned oil refinery, a landmark project aimed at reducing reliance …

KEY POINTS Egypt and Qatar are in advanced discussions to develop joint natural gas projects, including long-term supply agreements and LNG infrastructure cooperation. QatarEnergy aims to expand exploration activities in …