Kenya: Police bust illegal electricity ring fuelling khat farms
Illegal electricity connections are a persistent challenge in the East African country, where they account for about 6% of commercial energy losses annually Read More at ESI Africa
Moreleta Service Centre Releases Comprehensive Engine Rebuild and Car Maintenance Guidance for Pretoria Vehicle Owners
Pretoria, South Africa – Moreleta Service Centre, a 5-star RMI-graded automotive workshop with over 25 years of experience, has released detailed guidance on engine rebuilds and essential car maintenance services for Pretoria drivers. Engine Rebuild Expertise and Warning Signs The workshop’s guidance on engine rebuilds in Pretoria emphasises that professional reconditioning can restore vehicle performance …
Limitless voices: Bold stories of women driving change
There are at least 16.2 million renewable energy jobs worldwide, up from 13.7 million in 2022. However, Africa receives a small proportion of global renewable energy investments, resulting in poor employment levels. According to IRENA’s Renewable Energy and Jobs: Annual Review 2024, a skilled workforce is crucial for doubling renewable electricity capacity by 2030 and …
TRX Electronics Highlights Advanced Industrial Connector Solutions for High-Current Applications
Pretoria, South Africa – Industrial engineers across South Africa now have access to cutting-edge connector technology that addresses the critical challenges of high-current power distribution and environmental protection. The Amphenol SurLok Plus series represents a significant advancement in industrial connectivity, offering engineers proven solutions for applications ranging from energy storage systems to heavy equipment manufacturing. …
Automotive Experts Release Comprehensive Guide for Vehicle Starting Problems
Pretoria Service Centre Provides Technical Resource to Help Drivers Understand Common Engine Issues Pretoria, South Africa – Vehicle starting problems affect thousands of South African drivers regularly, with one of the most common scenarios involving engines that crank normally but fail to start. Automotive professionals have identified this issue as typically indicating fuel delivery, ignition …
Fashion industry’s energy, water impact hits women hardest
Energy costs account for 15% to 30% of production expenses in fast fashion, with most operations relying on fossil fuel-based sources Read More at ESI Africa
46 relocated Langa families gain access to electricity
The Tower 37 residents were relocated due to the serious risk Read More at ESI Africa
Comparison study shows LONGi BC outperforms solar module market
IPVF research confirms Hi-MO 9 Back Contact modules outperform TOPCon in power generation and LCOE Read More at ESI Africa
Africa: Hydrogen can unlock water and wider benefits
The big green hydrogen plants, which will put big desalination plants, provide an opportunity to now avail water that was not there before Read More at ESI Africa
Nigeria injects billions into grid to address energy shortages
The sector continues to grapple with low generation capacity, high technical and commercial losses Read More at ESI Africa
Libya launches first solar power plant in Sahara’s Kufra
The oil-rich nation is aiming to meet its rising energy demands with renewable resources, of which solar has been identified as having “immense potential” Read More at ESI Africa
Africa: 6 key investment pledges made at AU Water Summit
At the Summit a draft policy document calling for urgent investment in water and sanitation to achieve SDGs was also presented Read More at ESI Africa
Kenya allocates Sh600m to restore rural mini-grids
Kenya is a leader in East Africa for expanding electricity access, increasing the rate from 37% in 2013 to 79% in 2023 Read More at ESI Africa
Eco Smart Pest Control Highlights Critical Flaws in DIY Bedbug Treatment Methods
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – Eco Smart Pest Control, a leading SAPCA-approved pest management company, has released comprehensive analysis demonstrating the significant limitations and risks associated with DIY bedbug control methods. With over a decade of experience in eco-friendly pest management, the company details why professional intervention remains essential for effective bedbug elimination. DIY Methods Fail …
Sealtek Cape Shares Professional Insights on Safeguarding South African Properties Against Water Infiltration
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – Leading waterproofing specialists are raising awareness about the critical importance of professional balcony waterproofing as a key defence against structural damage and costly repairs. With balconies representing one of the most vulnerable areas of any property, expert guidance emphasises the need for proactive protection measures. Balconies face unique challenges in …
South Africa: Coal to remain central to energy mix to at least 2040
Newly appointed FutureCoal chairman and Seriti Resources CEO Mike Teke pushed back against what he called the “coal closet” mentality Read More at ESI Africa
Africa’s climate challenge: Fair fossil exit, finance
Nearly 600 million people across the African continent still lack access to electricity. Close to one billion rely on traditional biofuels for cooking. Africa is also very vulnerable to climate change, even though it has contributed less than 5% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions over the past 170 years. Speeding up the move to …
Africa: AI, data, climate action key to unlocking water finance
Panelists’ overall message at the AU-Africa Water Investment Programme (AU-AIP) Water Summit 2025 in Cape Town emphasised AI’s role in improving efficiency, equity, and accountability in the water sector Read More at ESI Africa
Balancing cost-reflective tariffs and affordable electricity
In this exclusive podcast Professor Vally Padayachee delves into the intricate dynamic affecting electricity utilities, Eskom, municipalities and consumers Read More at ESI Africa
Energy access and affordability in Zambia
The Summit takes place 27-28 August at the Pamodzi Hotel, Lusaka Read More at ESI Africa
Job opportunity: IFC seeks Operations Analyst in Senegal
The position will be based in Dakar, Senegal, and will report to the Manager, FIG Upstream and Advisory, North, West and Central Africa Read More at ESI Africa
Cape Town lights up 170 homes in Dontse Yakhe
The municipality said it will spend R21.4m in 2025/26 for electrification projects across the metro Read More at ESI Africa
Greener farming can boost earnings of 33m women in Africa
Written by Lesley Hope, Lecturer: Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, School of Agriculture and Technology, University of Energy and Natural Resources Read More at ESI Africa
Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry’s (BCCEI) Three-Year Deal: A Blueprint for Stability
Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry’ s (BCCEI) Three-Year Deal: A Blueprint for Stability Wage certainty for workers and planning power for employers could give South Africa’s civil engineering sector the boost it needs to build faster, better, and together. In the middle of South Africa’s daily economic noise, a quiet but important deal …