gps roundup
Rooftop solar no at 7 300MW overtakes all Eskom’s IPP capacity Rooftop solar capacity in South Africa has reached a staggering 7 300MW, surpassing the total output of all Eskom’s Independent Power Producer (IPP) projects combined. This growth highlights a significant shift toward decentralized, consumer-driven energy production amid persistent grid instability. While this transition offers resilience, it also raises challenges around regulation, grid balancing, and equitable access. Experts warn that policy must evolve to integrate private generation without undermining the national energy strategy….. Read more
South Africa in talks with chinese automakers to boost local production South Africa is negotiating with several Chinese automakers to establish local manufacturing operations as part of a broader strategy to revive domestic automotive production. According to Deputy Trade and Industry Minister Zuko Godlimpi , a Chinese company has already expressed interest in setting up a plant in East London or Nelson Mandela Bay. South Africa is aiming to shift from being an importer to a regional manufacturing hub, with a focus on hybrid and electric vehicles. With over 15 Chinese car brands already active locally, the government is reviewing import tariffs to protect local industry from an influx of low-cost imports... Read more
New cranes set to boost efficiency at Cape Town container terminal Transnet has launched nine new rubber tyred gantry cranes (RTGs) at the Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) in a bid to improve throughput and operational efficiency. These are part of a broader order of 28 RTGs under a R3.4 billion investment to upgrade terminal capacity, with 19 units still being assembled. The new machines feature anti-sway systems and can operate in wind speeds up to 90 km/h - an upgrade over the current RTGs, which are limited to 72 km/h. They’re also equipped with video camera systems offering 3D views to assist with load and crane handling… Read more
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