Logan Moodley: Chief Executive Officer, Conlog, South Africa
The 10th anniversary edition of African Power & Energy Elites recognises the people shaping the continent’s future infrastructure Read More at ESI Africa
What the ELECT project means for Zambia’s clean energy shift
Demand-side interventions such as energy-efficient lighting are essential for reducing pressure on the national grid, lowering energy costs for consumers and improving system reliability Read More at ESI Africa
4 Takeaways for Independents From Retail’s 2026 Big Show
Exploring the future of retail with an eye on the current state of the industry, over 40,000 attendees converged on New York City for the National Retail Federation’s NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show. Over three days, retailers, vendors, service providers, media and more took part in 185 sessions and explored the 335,000-square-foot show floor with …
Kenya: How storage gaps and vandalism slow renewable push
Without adequate storage, reliance on solar and other intermittent sources leads to instability, making power supply less dependable Read More at ESI Africa
Swartland eyes 20-year PPA for 10MW solar PV project
The municipality has designated 30 hectares of its land in Malmesbury for the generation facility Read More at ESI Africa
Geopolitical, economic risks rise in new age of global competition
The WEF report suggests that mounting debt concerns and potential asset bubbles could trigger a new phase of volatility in global economic risk Read More at ESI Africa
Hardwiring a continent for breakout growth – Editor’s Letter
The Elites ecosystem is best understood as a continuum: leadership shaping delivery, and delivery reshaping leadership Read More at ESI Africa
Residential Construction Material Prices Continue Upward Trend in November
Prices for residential building materials continue to soar, according to the latest Producer Price Index release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and an analysis by the National Association of Home Builders. Price growth has been above 3.0% since June, despite a weak new residential construction market. Metal products continue to see price increases while …
Pending Home Sales Up in November
Pending home sales in November increased 3.3% from October 2025 and were up 2.6% year over year, according to the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Pending Home Sales Report. The Northeast, Midwest, South and West all saw month-over-month and year-over-year pending home sales growth in November 2025. “Homebuyer momentum is building. The data shows the …
Construction Job Openings Rise Despite Overall Market Slowdown
The number of open, unfilled positions in the construction industry increased in November, according to the delayed Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). As the labor market weakened at the end of 2025, the number of open jobs for the overall economy decreased, falling from 7.499 million in October to …
Global renewables soared in 2024, but 2030 target remains elusive
The report highlights the need for investment to increase to support better planning for climate risks and long-term system resilience Read More at ESI Africa
Kenya: Major substation launched for Coastal region
KETRACO said the substation will additionally play a key role in the country’s push toward 100% clean energy by 2030 Read More at ESI Africa
Job: Senior Electrical Draughtsperson sought in Cape Town
The Electrical Draftsman will prepare accurate, constructible electrical drawings for large utility-scale renewable energy projects Read More at ESI Africa
Prognosis & Predictions: Rethabile Melamu – CEO, SAPVIA
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa
December Inflation Holds Steady
Inflation held steady in December, matching November’s reading, according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This report was the first to include a month-to-month figure since the government shutdown, but data distortions from the shutdown continue to affect key inflation measures, particularly housing, according to an analysis from the National …
RNT Motors + FasterCapital: New path to always-on EV charging and rapid market entry
RNT Motors and FasterCapital today announced a strategic partnership under FasterCapital’s Equitypilot program to accelerate commercialization of RNT’s wind-and-temperature electric-generation technology for electric vehicles (global markets). The collaboration combines RNT’s technology and prototype readiness with Equitypilot funding, mentoring, and go-to-market resources. Market opportunity & problem statement The electric-vehicle market is rapidly expanding (projected multi-billion dollar …
Angola: PPA secured for 150MW solar energy project
The PPA is expected to help strengthen the power system in Angola and expand access to clean and reliable electricity Read More at ESI Africa
Eskom issues tender for 17MW solar plant at Duvha Power Station
The installation of solar PV at the existing Duvha Power Station site was identified as one of the projects that could achieve these objectives Read More at ESI Africa
Sealtek Cape Releases Insights on How Facility Managers Discover Substantial Savings Through Proactive Roof Waterproofing Strategies
Table of Contents Toggle Lifecycle Cost Analysis Reveals ROI Opportunity Seamless Technology Eliminates Recurring Leak Points Climate-Appropriate Solutions for South African Conditions Substrate-Specific Strategies Minimising Business Disruption Proactive Maintenance Framework About Sealtek Cape Images Links Cape Town, South Africa – A comprehensive analysis of commercial roof maintenance costs reveals that facility managers can achieve significant …
TRX Electronics Releases Technical Guidance on Industrial Power Components and Programmable Logic Solutions
Table of Contents Toggle Power Semiconductors for Harsh Industrial Environments Advanced Rectifier Technology for Energy Efficiency Field-Programmable Logic for Adaptable Industrial Systems Technical Support for Component Selection Images Links Pretoria, South Africa – TRX Electronics has published comprehensive technical resources addressing critical component selection challenges faced by industrial control system engineers. The resources cover power …
Import Cargo Volume Expected to Remain Low Until Spring
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is forecast to see a month-over-month gain in January, the first gain in six months. The ports are still expected to remain down year over year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) Global Port Tracker. “There should be a brief bump in imports this month …
IRENA maps 40 innovations for resilient energy systems
Only an integrated, systemic approach can deliver resilient power systems, broaden energy access, ensure affordability and unlock the full potential of the energy transition, says a new report Read More at ESI Africa
Dunlop Tyres and Isuzu Motors South Africa Partner to Drive Local Enterprise Development in Gqeberha
Dunlop Tyres South Africa has partnered with its Original Equipment partner, Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), to launch a local supplier development initiative that brings world-class tyre expertise directly onto the production line at IMSAf’s Struandale plant in Gqeberha. The collaboration is designed to drive social enterprise development, strengthen localisation, and create opportunities for local …
Prognosis & Predictions: Dr Ioannis Tsipourides – Senior Research Fellow, Strathmore University
Looking at the world that was and what could be in our annual power and energy feature Read More at ESI Africa