In a strategic pivot, renewable energy group Solareff has divested its majority shareholding in electric vehicle charging network GridCars. The move reflects shifting priorities in South Africa’s evolving energy landscape as both companies chart new courses.
South African power utility Eskom has overhauled its registration process for residential solar systems, removing connection fees and expanding certification options. The changes aim to make grid compliance more accessible while maintaining safety standards for embedded generation.
South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom has significantly simplified the compliance and registration requirements for customers operating small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) systems, according to company reports. Sources indicate the changes will particularly benefit households and small businesses using rooftop solar panels, making legal grid connection more accessible.
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South Africa’s chemical sector education authority has undergone significant leadership changes with a new accounting authority board appointed by the Higher Education Minister. Yershen Pillay has been reappointed as chief executive officer until 2030 as the organization celebrates three consecutive clean audits and nationwide skills development impact.
Sector education and training authority the Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) has appointed a new Accounting Authority board, according to recent reports. Sources indicate that Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela made the appointments effective September 30, marking a significant governance transition for the organization.
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South Africa’s electricity strategy favors centralised grid systems with diversified generation over standalone microgrids, according to energy officials. Cape Town reports 98% electrification rates while implementing innovative grid-tied solutions. The city’s approach aims to balance affordability with reliability while avoiding utility death spiral scenarios.
According to reports from the Solar & Storage Live Cape Town 2025 conference, South Africa continues to favor a centralised electricity grid approach despite the growing popularity of microgrids in other African nations. Sources indicate that Cape Town has achieved 98% electrification, with plans to extend service to the remaining 2% of residents.
The 14th annual ABSA Enterprise & Supplier Development Expo has reportedly generated over R24 million in business opportunities for South African small businesses. Sources indicate the event achieved record attendance with 6,451 engagements between SMMEs and corporate buyers during the two-day Johannesburg gathering.
The 14th annual Absa Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD) Expo has reportedly generated over R24 million in business opportunities for South African small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), according to event organizers. The event, held alongside the 19th annual Smart Procurement World Indaba in Johannesburg, achieved record attendance with 6,451 total engagements – the highest in the event’s 14-year history.
