On 29 April 2025, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) granted approval to the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) to classify congestion curtailment as a constrained generation ancillary service. NERSA indicated that its decision “represents a significant step toward unlocking grid connection capacity and enhancing energy availability in areas with high
In May 2025 the High Court declared that the National Energy Regulator has no authority to require licences under the Gas Act of 2001 for upstream gas production activities authorised under a valid production right issued in terms of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act of 2002.
The applicant sought clarity on whether it
Whether it is under the South African Independent Power Producer Procurement Programmes (Wind, Solar, Battery Energy Storage, and Gas) or in the commercial and industrial sector, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) govern the production and sale of the electrical energy-generated by the Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in energy-focussed projects. Focusing on the construction, and operation and
On 27 March 2025, the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM) was approved by the South African Cabinet. SAREM is a comprehensive and strategic initiative aimed at transforming South Africa’s renewable energy and storage value chains by 2030.
SAREM demonstrates its commitment to the National Development Plan by promoting a low-carbon, resource-efficient, and pro-employment
On 28 March 2025, the Minister of Electricity and Energy (Minister) issued a significant determination under section 34(1)(b) of the Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 (ITP Determination) addressing the urgent need for an improved electricity supply infrastructure in South Africa. The determination lays the foundation to ensure the security of South Africa’s energy supply by introducing