Jeff Radebe, South African Energy Minister has officially signed 27 renewable energy projects, setting the path for diversified sources of energy to enter the energy mix. “It is with great pleasure that I announce the signing of the agreements for the 27 projects procured under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPP) Bid Windows 3.5 and 4. Signing the projects, the Minister said the IPP programme will not only benefit the economy but the consumer as well. Radebe said the signing of the agreements is re-confirmation of government’s commitment to renewable energy. The NDP as one of the objectives of the plan, requires 20 000 MW of renewable energy by 2030.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 05, 2018 11:15 UTC