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Energy regulator Nersa confirmed in a statement on Wednesday evening that it has entered into a settlement with Eskom, following the mistakes it made in determining the utility’s revenue for the current and next two financial years.

Nersa confirms R54bn secret settlement with Eskom

    According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Africa’s energy demand is projected to grow by 75% by 2040, driven by rapid urbanisation, industrialisation, and economic expansion. Investment in power infrastructure, renewable energy, and energy access will be central to unlocking the continent’s development potential

    Africa’s energy demand is projected to grow by 75% by 2040

      The year 2024 was the first year of Just Energy Transition (JET) implementation, following the approval by Cabinet of
      the JET Implementation Plan 2023–2027 (JET IP) in November 2023, and the foundations for South Africa’s JET are
      gaining traction

      Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan (JET IP)

        The use of solar water heating technologies can curtail electricity/fuel bills considerably and ensure reliable hot water supply.

        ADVENTURES IN SOLAR WATER HEATING

          The global renewable energy sector has achieved a historic milestone – a record 585 GW of renewable capacity was added in 2024, according to the latest report from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). This unprecedented growth highlights the accelerating transition towards clean energy and the vast opportunities emerging across the industry.

          A record 585 GW of renewable capacity was added in 2024.