Johannesburg tests solar microgrids for informal settlements
Johannesburg is investing R517.8-million in solar-powered microgrids that roll out renewable energy in five informal settlements, Thabo Molelekwa reports...
23 September, 2026
ClimaTracker Investigations
Sasol’s carbon colossus is a killer, says report
A new research report estimates that air pollution from the Secunda energy complex causes about 23,800 years of life lost annually. Tulani Ngwenya investigates...
07 September, 2026
Hope for green hydrogen in the balance
A proposed R47-billion development in Hopefield could become a proving ground for the Western Cape’s green hydrogen ambitions. Barry Christianson investigates...
28 August, 2026
Cold play: Inside South Africa’s illegal coolant trade
Tulani Ngwenya investigates how a regulated climate-control industry is being undermined by informal dealers, weak enforcement and gaps in the supply chain...
04 August, 2026
The hidden cost of manganese
How a key mineral for the energy transition is destroying ecosystems and communities in South Africa's Northern Cape. Stephan Hofstatter, Marcello Rossi & Paul Tullis investigate ...
28 July, 2026
Transforming South Africa’s power grid, virtually
As South Africa's renewables boom creates millions of connected energy assets, Virtual Power Plants could transform homes into a smart network. Thabo Molelekwa investigates...
21 July, 2026
Beyond the build: Green jobs in SA’s renewables industry
South Africa's renewable energy industry has created tens of thousands of jobs, but most disappear once construction ends. Refilwe Mochoari and Thabo Molelekwa investigate...
07 July, 2026
Titanium, conflict and consent
Andiswa Matikinca investigates a case of history repeating itself as another rural Eastern Cape community stands united in resistance against a proposed heavy-minerals mine...
01 July, 2026
The people beneath Malawi’s minerals rush
Malawi’s emerging mining industry pits economic promise against environmental, cultural concerns. Mbauwo Chavula investigates...
18 June, 2026
Is local lagging?
Billions are flowing into South Africa's green economy. #PowerTracker investigates whether local manufacturers, workers and communities are truly benefitting...
04 June, 2026