Fuel Prices Set to Rise in South Africa Following NERSA’s Pipeline Tariff Decision

By Faith Jemosop South African motorists are bracing for confirmed fuel price increases after the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) approved higher petroleum pipeline tariffs for the 2025/26 and 2026/27 financial years.  The decision, announced on April 15, 2025, will result in fuel price hikes of 5.23 cents per litre in 2025/26 and…

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SHOCKING SCANDAL: Fake Degrees and Crony Hires Are Killing City Power!

By Thuita Gatero,  City Power, Johannesburg’s electricity utility, is teetering on the edge of collapse, plagued by allegations of mismanagement, fraudulent qualifications, and questionable appointments. Recent investigations have exposed a troubling pattern of systemic failures within the organization, raising serious concerns about its ability to deliver reliable electricity to millions of residents.  As the city…

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ZAMBIA-TANZANIA POWER INTERCONNECTOR IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT PHASE LAUNCHED

The Government of the Republic of Zambia has officially launched the implementation phase of the Zambia–Tanzania Power Interconnector Project, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing national energy security, promoting regional electricity trade, and supporting Zambia’s economic development. The launch ceremony, held in Lusaka, was officiated by Minister of Finance and National Planning, Situmbeko Musokotwane who…

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Swedish Government Boosts Kenyan Green Energy Sector with 500 Million Shilling Injection

Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy conversations in Africa. Breaking down complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience. Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) operating within Kenya’s burgeoning renewable energy sector are poised for significant growth following…

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U.S.-DRC Minerals Deal Sparks Hope and Skepticism Amid Ongoing Conflict

The United States in in talks with the Congolese government for a minerals deal. The announcement, however, has sparked a mix of cautious optimism and deep skepticism, as the DRC’s history with foreign partnerships has often led to exploitation, unfulfilled promises, and accusations of neocolonialism. As the DRC navigates this potential deal, the stakes are…

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Africa’s Untapped Oil and Gas Potential Could Double with Enhanced Exploration

Current estimates of Africa’s oil and gas reserves are significantly understated and could potentially double or even triple with the application of advanced exploration technologies, according to Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, the Secretary-General of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO). Speaking at the African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) conference held this week in Cape…

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South Africa Takes a Decisive Step Towards Private Investment in Power Grid Expansion

In a significant move aimed at bolstering its energy infrastructure and accelerating the integration of renewable energy sources, South Africa has published draft regulations paving the way for the procurement of independent transmission projects (ITPs).  This development marks a crucial turning point in the country’s efforts to address its persistent energy challenges and modernize its…

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Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy conversations in Africa. Breaking down complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience. Ugandan government has announced that it has secured the necessary funding for the ambitious East African Crude Oil Pipeline…

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