Month: March 2024

[[{"value":"South African Special Economic Zones (SEZ) are turning to natural gas and renewable energy to secure energy supply while improving operational efficiency. During a panel discussion at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) in Cape Town on Tuesday, representatives from various SEZs across the country underscored the role gas and renewables have already begun to play. Taking place on March 17-19 at the Century City Conference Center, […]

[[{"value":"President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended his sincere congratulations to President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, on his re-election for a new presidential term, reflecting the confidence of the Russian people. President El-Sisi wished the Russian President all success and the Russian people more progress and prosperity. President El-Sisi lauded the historical relations between Egypt and Russia. The President underscored the two countries’ unwavering commitment to solidifying their relations in […]

[[{"value":"Several infrastructure and finance-focused deals were signed during a media briefing at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) on March 18. The six deal signings aim to bolster private-led investment in South African infrastructure projects and cover various strategic areas including project development, financing, capacity building and research. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala and […]

[[{"value":"South African and regional ministers convened to pinpoint key infrastructure priorities both within South Africa and across the continent during a Leaders Meeting at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium (SIDSSA) 2024 on March 18 in Cape Town. The discussion, which was led by South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala, underscored the importance of project preparation, engagement from both the public and private sectors, maintenance and the […]

[[{"value":"South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called for private-led investment in infrastructure development at the 2024 edition of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) on in Cape Town on Tuesday. “It is estimated that to achieve our infrastructure goals, we need almost R4.8 trillion to address the challenges we face as a country. We need that from both the public sector and the private sector – from a […]

[[{"value":"Trina Solar (https://www.TrinaSolar.com/), a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, proudly announces the commencement of the groundbreaking Springbok project in collaboration with SOLA and WBHO, marking a significant milestone in South Africa's renewable energy landscape. The signing ceremony for this monumental venture took place at Solar&Storage Live Africa, highlighting the importance of strategic partnerships in driving sustainable energy solutions. The Springbok project, located in South Africa’s Free […]

[[{"value":"By Laila Bastati, Chief Commercial Officer at APO Group (www.APO-opa.com). As we observe International Women's Month with the theme of 'Inspire Inclusion,' it is essential to contemplate the importance of diversity within organizations and its crucial role in shaping a more equitable and inclusive society. This year’s theme calls on us to inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, not just for the benefit of women but for the advancement […]