Your voice will help shape the themes, stories, and explainers for the new season of Energy Conversations. Share your thoughts using the link below: forms.gle/mu1qYkwrbnwr2e… #EnergyConversations #YourVoiceMatters #SouthAfricaEnergy #Season

In this episode, host Thokozile Zambane unpacks the future of carbon markets with Marike Wilson (CFO, Fibon Group) and Shaun Slabber (CEO, Crunch Carbon). Key insights include: How carbon credits and trading really work South Africa’s opportunities and risks in the global

Episode Recap | Building the Backbone: How NTCSA is Leading South Africa’s Energy Future In this high-voltage conversation, we sit down with Monde Bala, CEO of the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA), to unpack the most urgent issues shaping the country’s energy

South Africa’s Consumption of Natural Gas Paul Eardley, Oil & Gas Specialist at Standard Bank ZA Bank, unpacks South Africa’s natural gas landscape and what it means for energy security, pricing, and long-term planning. Key facts about natural gas in South Africa: ⛽ Domestic

Energy Conversations Podcast RECAP: Building the Backbone: How NTCSA is Leading South Africa’s Energy Future. This episode isn’t just a discussion — it’s a blueprint for building a resilient, equitable, and future-ready energy system. #EnergyConversations #EnergyLeadership #WBS

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Energy Conversations Podcast – Season 2, Episode 1 South Africa’s Energy Policy – Regulatory Update We kicked off Season 2 by unpacking the latest regulatory developments shaping South Africa’s energy sector. In this episode, host Thokozile Zambane is joined by Prof. Sampson

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Energy Conversations Podcast – Season 2, Episode 2 Energy Resilience: Practical Solutions for Everyday South Africans In this episode, we focus on energy resilience as a practical reality — exploring how South Africans can navigate daily power challenges, manage energy costs,

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South Africa’s energy transition isn’t starting from zero — wind and solar procurement have already taught us hard lessons, and the real question now is whether we’re willing to apply them as the system scales. Full conversation in Season 1, Episode 17. #EnergyTransition

Since 2013, Section 12L has delivered major results with verified savings and significant tax benefits — particularly for: • Manufacturing: 178 projects | 17 303 GWh savings | R16.05bn benefit • Mining: 122 projects | 16 161 GWh savings | R12.24bn benefit #EnergyEfficiency

Energy Conversations Podcast – Season 1, Episode 17: Battery Storage In this episode, we unpack battery storage and key developments shaping South Africa’s energy sector, exploring how storage solutions are enabling a more resilient and flexible energy system. Host Thokozile

One farmer gets R400M, or 400 families get an economic future? Lungile Mashele calls for a rethink of energy land leases to ensure the #JustTransition actually builds community wealth. Full episode: youtu.be/9th95BIZD24?si…

We’re excited to share that the Energy Conversations Podcast has officially reached 14,000 views as of 12 February 2026! Thank you to every listener, supporter, and guest who continues to engage in meaningful conversations around energy, innovation, and the future of our

Energy Conversations Podcast – Season 1, Episode 18: Outlook on South Africa’s Energy Sector In this episode, we unpack the outlook of South Africa’s energy sector, exploring key trends, challenges, and developments shaping the country’s energy future. Host Thokozile Zambane

1/ Electricity markets have two layers: physical and financial. Garth Greubel explains in Episode 15: “All a trader does is deal with the financial consequences of a transaction between a willing buyer and a willing seller.” 2/ The grid operates under physical laws. Frequency

We’re incredibly proud to share that Youth in Energy Conversations, the youth engagement arm of Energy Conversations has been awarded the Youth in Energy Award at the SANEDI 3rd Annual Energy Conference. This recognition speaks directly to the conversations we’ve been

THE SKILLS GAP DEMANDS SYSTEMIC ALIGNMENT ​South Africa reports of youth outside the workforce. Institutions process billions in grant applications. A structural mismatch exists between current qualifications and industrial absorption capacity. ​• Training must align with