South Africa: Team South Africa Advances Energy Investment Agenda in China
[SAnews.gov.za] Team South Africa has completed a mission to China aimed at unlocking critical investment for South Africa's energy infrastructure and strengthening cooperation with Chinese industrial players.
Team South Africa concluded a successful mission in China, focusing on energy investment and strengthening ties with Chinese industrial partners. The delegation, led by Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, participated in the South Africa-China Electricity and Energy Investment Conference in Beijing. The mission aimed to secure South Africa's energy future through strategic partnerships and investments, guided by the Integrated Resources Plan (IRP) 2025.
The delegation successfully secured interest from six major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the energy sector. Progress was made on several initiatives, including Sasol's commissioning of Envision to design a green hydrogen system for its Sasolburg operations, targeting eMethanol and sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF). Additionally, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between South Africa's National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute (NRWDI) and China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) to collaborate on advanced nuclear waste disposal technologies.
Technical site visits explored green hydrogen, green ammonia, green energy supply to data centers, nuclear waste storage, ultra-high-voltage transmission technologies, and Special Economic Zones. These engagements were aimed at strengthening industrial expansion. The delegation's efforts established a clear roadmap for the next phase of development.
The department reported that the mission has advanced efforts to attract investment and build partnerships, supporting South Africa's energy infrastructure and industrial development priorities.
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