Mind the (green skills) gap
SA’s transition to renewable energy is challenged by a shortage of skills development and training. Thabo Molelekwa investigates, with support from the Pulitzer Center...
04 Apr, 2023
A new light on the future of Eskom’s assets
A business coalition in SA’s energy heartland proposes a private take-over of Eskom’s assets – but not everyone agrees with privatising energy production. Andiswa Matikinca reports
15 May, 2023
The status of SA’s energy transition financing
Much has been made about the US$8.5-billion pledged to support South Africa’s Just Energy Transition. Thabo Molelekwa investigates where it is
23 May, 2023
A new light on the future of Eskom’s assets
A business coalition in SA’s energy heartland proposes a private take-over of Eskom’s assets – but not everyone agrees with privatising energy production. Andiswa Matikinca reports
15 May, 2023
The status of SA’s energy transition financing
Much has been made about the US$8.5-billion pledged to support South Africa’s Just Energy Transition. Thabo Molelekwa investigates where it is
23 May, 2023
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Coal-mining web encircles Africa’s oldest game reserve
'Get-rich-quick’ coal prospecting rights threaten ecologically & economically vulnerable areas bordering Hluhluwe-iMfolozi reserve. Tony Carnie investigates for Our Burning Planet...
10 Mar, 2023 -
Where are Mpumalanga’s new energy projects?
South Africa’s power capital is being left behind in the race for renewable energy generation, reports Andiswa Matikinca...
02 Mar, 2023 -
Left in the dust for a greener future
Environmentalists and coal-dependent communities say people at the frontline of SA’s energy transition are in the dark about how it will unfold. Thabo Molelekwa speaks to them...
25 Jan, 2023 -
South Africa’s energy transition rises in the east
Mpumalanga, the province ‘where the sun rises’, takes centre stage in SA’s Just Energy Transition Plan. Yolandi Groenewald unpicks the details...
18 Nov, 2022 -
Has the DMRE lost control of South Africa’s chrome resources?
SA has some of the world’s largest chrome resources, but regulatory problems are aiding illegal activities in the industry. Andiswa Matikinca investigates...
25 Oct, 2021 -
‘Homeland’ communities head to court to protect land rights from mining
A High Court case is expected to set a precedent on conflicts between private community ownership rights and commercial mining in the former homelands. Andiswa Matikinca reports...
23 Aug, 2021 -
New strategies for sustainable closure of mines
An ambitious new government strategy to deal with abandoned mines is welcome but needs more teeth, say those in the know. Andiswa Matikinca reports...
30 Jul, 2021 -
Deep Trouble: research shows coal is still king
While the world is shifting away from fossil fuels, data on planned new mines indicates the coal mining industry might not be winding down any time soon. Andiswa Matikinca reports...
25 Jun, 2021 -
Copper mine threatens Zambezi national park
Go-ahead for controversial open-pit copper mine in Lower Zambezi National Park has become a political hot potato in the run-up to Zambian elections. Oscar Nkala investigates...
23 Jun, 2021 -
Deadly Air: a case about real lives & real people
A landmark court case sees the SA government being sued for the first time for the alleged violation of a Constitutional right to clean air. Andiswa Matikinca reports...
27 May, 2021 -
‘Time to shut down Koeberg’s nuclear project’
Experts say recent earth tremors highlight the need to shut down the Koeberg nuclear station at the end of its lifespan in three years’ time. Andiswa Matikinca investigates...
01 Apr, 2021 -
Is coal really on its way out in South Africa?
Andiswa Matikinca investigates whether the sun is setting on the coal industry as major producers are pulling out and leaving their coal assets to be picked up by smaller companies ...
15 Feb, 2021 -
Mission to the Kawe
Reconnaissance of ReconAfrica's proposed fracking site in Kavanga raised concerns about ecosystems, water and communal lands, writes John Grobler...
01 Feb, 2021 -
Proposed coal mine threatens UNESCO site in South Africa
Manzolwandle Investments expresses confidence in proceeding with its proposed coal mine on the southern border of Kruger National Park. Andiswa Matikinca reports for Earth Focus...
21 Oct, 2020 -
Following South Africa’s mining millions
Data-driven investigation shows 10 UK-based companies paid out at least US$1.076-billion to SA government and communities in 2018. Andiswa Matikinca follows the money...
14 Jul, 2020
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