South Africa’s power crisis flips: From loadshedding to load surplus

South Africa is shifting its energy strategy from prioritizing renewable generation to focusing on grid stability and battery storage. The government has paused new wind and solar allocations to address a surplus of power that the current grid cannot effectively manage.
Why it matters
This policy pivot reflects the complex infrastructure challenges of transitioning to renewable energy in developing economies with aging power grids.
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Minister of Electricity Kgosientso Ramokgopa looks on as he arrives at the Cape Town City Hall. AFP/Rodger Bosch
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