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Empowering and equipping youth with skills that increase employability is the core objective of a targeted upskilling programme, in the Northern Cape community of Loeriesfontein. This initiative is providing 19 young individuals, 12 of whom are women, with specialised training in electrical and welding trades. The programme equips participants with essential technical skills, preparing them for ...

Brumilda Mouton and Danwill Englebrecht, from Springbok, have been announced as the winners of a Youth Business Development competition, aimed at empowering young, aspiring entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 in the Namakhoi area.

Isaiah Andreas, a top-performing student from Saldanha Bay, has been awarded the Umoya Energy Scholarship to study for a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Cape Town (UCT).

NOA Group Trading (Pty) Ltd (“NOA Trading”), the trading subsidiary of NOA Group, has been awarded its long-anticipated trading licence by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). The approval was granted at NERSA’s Executive Committee Meeting on 31 January 2025.

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Manganese Metal Company (MMC), a key player in the global manganese industry, has entered into an energy supply agreement with NOA Group to secure an estimated 70% of its electricity from renewable sources. This deal, which leverages NOA’s portfolio of wind and solar PV facilities with a combined capacity of 86 MW, underscores MMC’s commitment to sustainability and alignment with global ...

One of the key factors for South Africa’s economic growth is the success of entrepreneurs. Small businesses, especially black-owned and black women-owned enterprises, play an important role in driving economic inclusion, creating jobs, and supporting financial stability. Jeffreys Bay Wind Farm’s Enterprise Development Programme highlights the value of this support, helping local SMMEs grow and ...

The Nordex Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Timmers as the new Managing Director for Nordex Energy South Africa (NESA). With over a decade of experience in the wind energy sector, Robert returns to South Africa after successfully leading Nordex Australia as Managing Director, where he oversaw the supply and commissioning of a landmark 1GW wind farm project – the largest wind ...

November was a month of noteworthy developments and pivotal discussions, both within South Africa and on the global stage at COP29. Known as the ‘Finance COP,’ this year’s conference emphasised the urgent need for increased investment in renewable energy. However, it also highlighted the importance of aligning these investments with national energy priorities to achieve sustainable and inclusive ...

To meet the growing demand for quality sports coaching in Loeriesfontein, a comprehensive Sports Coaching Training Programme was recently implemented, bringing together local rugby, soccer, and netball teams. Driven by community collaboration and the passion of local sports clubs, this initiative contributes to the development of sports in the Namakwa District, with plans underway to establish ...