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South Africa proposes compulsory fuel stocks to preempt crises
13th July 2026 By: Reuters

South Africa is proposing a revamp of its strategic fuel storage capability requiring mandatory reserves from both the State and private sector to mitigate supply crises, a policy document showed.... 


Hitachi Energy  provides compelling insight into Africa’s renewables status
Hitachi Energy provides compelling insight into Africa’s renewables status
30th June 2026

Make sure you watch this AT TOP LEVEL interview with Mohamed Hosseiny, the Oversight Country Managing Director for Africa at Hitachi Energy and his comments on the positive manner in which Africa... 


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Eskom reviewing investigation report on diesel procurement, storage contracts
29th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

State-owned utility Eskom has received the report on the findings of an independent investigation into diesel procurement and storage contracts under tender MWP2197GX. The report is undergoing a... 


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Steel pipe solutions boost industry operationality
26th June 2026

The durability and reliability of piping systems is important in the realm of industrial infrastructure, says steel pipe solutions company Euro Steel Pipe, adding that it is “at the forefront of... 


An image of a blue PVC pipe with the Euro Water Tap symbol
New framework could boost pipe standards
26th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

The EU Drinking Water Directive introduces harmonised rules for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water, and is set to come into effect on December 31, 2026, plastic pipe... 


Stuart Heather-Clark, SLR Consulting Power Sector Lead Middle East and Africa
Exciting gigawatt-scale projects across Africa, SLR reports
26th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

To combat climate change, the world needs green molecules in addition to green electrons. “If we look how the economy is carbonised, an electron can only decarbonise between 60% to 70% of the... 


Aerial view of the Port of Durban
TNPA signs terminal operator deals after government directive
22nd June 2026 By: Reuters

South Africa's Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has finalised all 11 terminal operator agreements with fuel and chemical handlers at the Island View complex, the State-owned company said on... 


CHINT sales manager Dawie Reyneke speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the role of reliable energy infrastructure in supporting industrial development, strengthening power networks and enabling Africa's energy transition.
CHINT says reliable energy infrastructure is foundation for industrial growth
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Energy technology company CHINT believes reliable power infrastructure will be critical to supporting Africa's industrialisation ambitions. 


Wärtsilä Director: Growth and Development, Africa and Europe Louis Strydom speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.
Gas a key enabler for Africa’s energy transition – Wärtsilä
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Wärtsilä Director: Growth and Development, Africa and Europe Louis Strydom speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Sungrow Southern Africa Senior Accounts Manager Sean Naude speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.
Sungrow showcases battery energy storage solutions at AEF
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Sungrow Southern Africa Senior Accounts Manager Sean Naude speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Seriti Green CEO Peter Venn speaks to
Seriti Green calls for faster permitting to support energy transition, job creation
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Seriti Green CEO Peter Venn speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town.  


Red Rocket COO Luca Silva speaks to
Red Rocket sees opportunity in next phase of energy market evolution
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Red Rocket COO Luca Silva speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the company's growth ambitions, opportunities in Africa's electricity market and the role of... 


Mulilo CEO Jan Fourie
Transmission expansion remains energy sector's biggest unlock — Mulilo
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Mulilo CEO Jan Fourie speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the priorities for South Africa's renewable energy sector, the investment and policy actions needed to... 


Globeleq CEO Jonathan Hoffman
Globeleq highlights opportunities in Southern Africa
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Globeleq CEO Jonathan Hoffman speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about the key developments shaping the continent's energy landscape and the opportunities,... 


SLR Consulting business development director for the Middle East Andrew Burrow
SLR highlights growing regional energy and investment links
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

SLR Consulting business development director for the Middle East Andrew Burrow speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about opportunities and challenges in the energy... 


Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe
Mantashe calls for stronger refining capacity amid global energy instability
10th June 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has reiterated government’s commitment to strengthening South Africa’s energy security through increased refining capacity, strategic fuel... 


An image of Snam's Scada operation
AVEVA technology playing pivotal role in ensuring Italy’s natural gas supply
5th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Italy’s main operator for transport, storage and regasification of natural gas, Snam, is using industrial software company AVEVA’s supervisory control and data acquisition (Scada) technology system... 


Port of Cape Town’s existing liquid bulk terminal
TNPA seeks private operator for Port of Cape Town’s liquid bulk terminal
7th May 2026 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s State-owned ports authority has initiated a bidding process for the appointment of a new private terminal operator at the Port of Cape Town’s existing liquid bulk terminal for a... 


The Natref refinery
Trafigura among three bidders for minority stake in South Africa's Natref oil refinery, sources say
5th May 2026 By: Reuters

Global commodities trader Trafigura is among three companies vying for a 36.36% stake in South African petrochemical company Sasol’s Natref refinery, two sources with knowledge of the matter told... 


Basic Fuel Price formula in focus amid dramatic shift in South Africa’s supply sources
Basic Fuel Price formula in focus amid dramatic shift in South Africa’s supply sources
17th April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), which is now preparing for a prolonged period of fuel supply and pricing pressure as a result of the damage to energy infrastructure during... 


Stakeholders witness the official signing of the MoU between Zululand Energy Terminal and RBIDZ
RBIDZ works to convert R243bn energy pipeline into realised projects
10th April 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Having successfully hosted a two-day inaugural KZN Energy Indaba tailored to the prospects of Richards Bay and the broader KwaZulu-Natal, Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (RBIDZ) and the... 


An image of a Transnet pipeline
TPL welcomes arrest of alleged fuel theft syndicate member
7th April 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Transnet Pipelines (TPL) has welcomed the arrest of an alleged fuel theft syndicate member linked to multiple cases across Gauteng, North West and the Free State. The arrest, executed on March 30... 


Fuel price surge adds cost pressures, sparks supply security debate in S Africa
Fuel price surge adds cost pressures, sparks supply security debate in S Africa
27th March 2026

With fuel prices set to rise steeply next week, South Africans are bracing for new affordability pressures, and debates are also raging about how the country should mitigate security of supply and... 


Govt, industry insist there is no risk to fuel supply amid ‘panic buying’ fears
Govt, industry insist there is no risk to fuel supply amid ‘panic buying’ fears
20th March 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources and the Fuels Industry Association have issued a joint statement urging South Africans not to engage in any “panic-buying” of fuel, insisting that... 


An image of LSF CEO Irshaad Kathrada
Growing BESS market to underpin local battery cell manufacturing – LSF study
18th March 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The rapidly expanding regional market for battery energy storage systems (BESS) is creating the commercial foundation needed to support domestic lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell... 


Head and shoulders shot of Bongani
Logistics resilience underpins downstream supply
13th March 2026 By: Devina Haripersad

Reliable logistics remain critical to supporting South Africa’s downstream chemicals and petrochemicals value chain as industry depends more on secure fuel supply, says integrated energy company bp... 


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Technology central to overcoming mining’s growth constraints
13th March 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Given the increasing depths and complexity of orebodies, high and volatile energy costs, logistics bottlenecks and growing demand for safer and sustainable operations, the adoption of digital... 


Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe
Mantashe promises gas-cliff urgency but offers few details
5th March 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says government is “moving with urgency” to ensure security of gas supply to avert a looming “industrial cliff-edge”. Addressing a forum on... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Ramokgopa reflects on Africa's energy future amid global upheaval
3rd March 2026 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has highlighted the current global upheavals and what they mean for African energy in his welcoming address at Africa Energy... 


CBi-electric African Cables Managing Director Luis Corte commemorates 90 years of powering SA industry
CBi-electric: african cables celebrates 90 years of powering SA industry
23rd January 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

As South Africa confronts issues such as ageing infrastructure, rising energy demand and the need to modernise its power systems, few companies can claim a legacy as deeply intertwined with the... 


WASAA founder and MD Nokwanele Qonde
25-year deal signed for new Port of Durban LPG terminal
12th December 2025 By: Terence Creamer

A 25-year terminal operator agreement to develop and operate a new R1.4-billion liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) terminal at the Port of Durban’s Island View precinct has been concluded. The deal was... 


Minister in The Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni
Cabinet approves draft Gas Bill for processing by Parliament
10th December 2025 By: Terence Creamer

Cabinet approved the submission of the draft Gas Bill 2025 to Parliament for further processing at its last scheduled meeting for 2025, which took place on December 5. Minister in The Presidency... 


Siyavuya Power Projects CEO Graham Roebuck
Siyavuya Power Projects delivers major energy transition milestone
10th December 2025

Enabling access to South Africa’s growing renewable energy generation capacity by addressing its transmission network constraints is a vital step in advancing the country’s energy transition. The... 


NOA Group CEO Karel Cornelissen speaks to Martin Creamer on Video
NOA Group CEO Karel Cornelissen speaks to Martin Creamer on Video
21st November 2025

NOA Group – a renewable energy generator, aggregator and trader – is playing an important role in helping to transform South Africa’s energy market for the better. Watch this Engineering News &... 


Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi
Sasol CEO sees chemical business potentially listing by 2028
21st November 2025 By: Bloomberg

Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi said the South African company may spin off its international chemicals business as soon as 2028, depending on how quickly profit grows. Shares of the fuel and chemicals firm... 


IGUA-SA executive officer Jaco Human
Industrial gas users call for Presidency-led intervention to avert ‘gas cliff’
12th November 2025 By: Terence Creamer

The Industrial Gas Users Association–South Africa (IGUA-SA) is calling for the creation of a new structure under The Presidency to coordinate the actions needed to avert the ‘gas cliff’ faced by... 


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