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

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

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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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