Unpacking renewable energy in Africa Published by Johan Burger on 26 July 2017 Given the lack of infrastructure throughout most of Africa, governments can design their systems from scratch, and in the process leapfrog the industrial age electricity systems.
Can off-grid electricity power Africa? Published by Maritz Africa Intelligence on 28 May 2017 The industry has evolved from a collection of charities handing out solar panels to a real business opportunity.
Electricity projects are energising Africa’s development Published by Philip Lindop on 4 July 2016 Renewable energy and natural gas are set to change the nature of electricity production in Africa.
The two factors set to transform Africa’s energy challenge Published by Press Office on 24 June 2016 Rapid economic growth and rising population numbers are behind the drive to increase electricity generation.
SA’s first wind turbine manufacturer gearing up for production Published by Jaco Maritz on 31 October 2011 How we made it in Africa talks to Thomas Schaal, co-founder of I-WEC, South Africa’s first large-scale wind turbine producer.
Indian wind power company sets up shop in South Africa Published by Staff Writer on 6 October 2010 Indian wind turbine supplier, Suzlon Energy Limited, has announced that it will establish an office in South Africa.
Namibian mobile company utilises wind power Published by Claude Harding on 5 October 2010 Namibian mobile operator, MTC, has inaugurated its first fully-funded wind-powered solution to power its equipment in an area not served by the national electricity grid.
Manufacture wind turbine components in Egypt Published by Staff Writer on 26 July 2010 The Egyptian government is seeking to develop selective wind turbine components to serve the increasing demand from local and regional markets.
More wind power projects to come on stream in Southern Africa Published by Staff Writer on 30 May 2010 Wind power generation currently plays a negligible role in the energy mix of Southern Africa but the situation is expected to improve slightly over the coming years.
Belgian company starts wind energy project in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 14 May 2010 Belgian green electricity company, Electrawinds, has begun the construction of a wind turbine in the harbour of Coega, near Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
