Tag: Cape Town

Highlight of the Day:Eskom is shining brighter these days, and load shedding’s dark days might just be behind us. Taking the National Assembly by Storm Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, took to the floor on October 24th with news we’ve all been waiting to hear. From Dim to Dazzling Introduced in […]

The Grand Unveiling Bold moves are being made in the energy sector. Just this week, the National Treasury took the covers off the much-anticipated Energy Bounce Back Loan Guarantee Scheme (EBB). This isn’t just another program — it’s a ticket to cleaner energy for small businesses and households itching to make a switch. From the […]

From Low to No Power Cape Town’s days of gloating about less severe load shedding as compared to other provinces may be numbered. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde recently forecasted a grim power situation for South Africans, attributing it to ongoing maintenance at the notorious Koeberg Nuclear Power Station. Koeberg’s Troubles Long considered a symbol […]

Impact of Rising Electricity Tariffs Cape Town – The increasing cost of living in Cape Town, already a major burden for many, is about to get worse. As of July 1, municipal consumers are feeling the pinch of new electricity tariffs, representing a staggering 17.6% hike. According to the City, the new rates and tariffs […]

In an extraordinary meeting held this week, South African government officials and key business sector representatives convened to construct a comprehensive plan. The agenda? Tackling head-on the challenges besieging the nation. Under the rally cry of “removing obstacles to inclusive economic growth and job creation,” the meeting marked a historic collaboration between sectors. Top Priorities […]

June 7, 2023 Cape Town’s mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis, has unveiled a revolutionary energy initiative that will see Amazon and 14 other companies delivering self-generated power via the city’s grid. The city council is expected to sanction the scheme later this month, following the mayoral committee’s approval. Understanding Electricity Wheeling Electricity wheeling – the process enabling […]

When envisioning a sustainable future, the image of solar panels glittering under the Cape Town sun often comes to mind. However, this dream is experiencing a significant delay, with citizens enduring a prolonged wait of up to five months for permission to install these energy-saving devices. What’s more, early birds risk facing fines if they […]

Record Infrastructure Spending, Doubling Johannesburg and Durban Combined The Cape Town City Council has unveiled its ‘Building Hope’ budget for 2023/24, marking a groundbreaking increase in infrastructure expenditure. An impressive R43 billion is set to be disbursed over the coming three years – a figure that significantly overshadows the combined allocation of Johannesburg and Durban. […]

Capetonians to Cash in on Solar Surplus Cape Town, known for its stunning landscapes and picturesque beaches, is now set to lead the way in innovative energy solutions. In a pioneering move, the city becomes the first in South Africa to incentivize households and businesses to sell their surplus rooftop solar power. This year, through […]

Winde’s Call to Action at Presidential Imbizo At the sixth Presidential Imbizo held in Paarl just outside Cape Town, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde used the platform to challenge President Cyril Ramaphosa. Winde drew attention to the province’s most urgent issues, including the energy crisis and unemployment. The Premier captured the mood of the gathering, […]