A call to action for South Africa’s energy transition
Anél Bosman, Group Managing Executive, Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking
We’re standing at an inflexion point in South Africa’s energy story, and the choices we make now will carry forward for decades, shaping how we grow as a country, protect what matters, and create access and opportunity that reaches more people.
South Africa is at a critical juncture in its energy journey. The decisions made today will have long-lasting impacts on the nation’s growth, environmental protection, and the creation of opportunities for all its citizens. At Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB), we have always believed that energy finance extends beyond mere infrastructure development. It is about making a meaningful impact across communities, industries, and the broader economy. Our role is to be present, to help design what is possible, and to partner with those working towards tangible outcomes. Over the years, Nedbank CIB has supported a wide range of projects across the energy spectrum. From large-scale renewable energy projects to embedded generation, from early green loans to some of the country’s first taxonomy-aligned funding structures, we have witnessed how momentum builds when shared vision and investment are structured around a common purpose. This Energy Book reflects that momentum. It showcases the shift happening in how demand is shaped, how projects are financed, and how collaboration is evolving. However, we still face significant constraints. What matters now is how we respond with discipline and a belief in what can be achieved when we work together.
South Africa’s Energy Prospects
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