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In a heartfelt display of collective community support, learners from across 11 primary schools in Namaqualand recently received a much-needed boost for the new school year through a back-to-school initiative. Held earlier this month, this initiative ensured that more than 100 young learners in need are equipped with essential backpacks and stationery, paving the way for a successful year ahead.

2024 has started with multiple developments in the sector that require our urgent attention and swift action in positioning wind technology at the forefront of South Africa’s energy mix. This provides an opportunity to further strengthen our relationships with the Government and continue our advocacy efforts to support the rapid rollout of wind energy.  

Steps for Christ, a local non-profit organisation based in Namaqualand, Springbok, is achieving notable advancements in the comprehensive development of youth in the region.

Reflecting on the achievements of the previous year, one standout success story in the Noupoort community is Noupoort Data Analysts, a 100% women-owned business that has demonstrated remarkable growth and sustainability since its establishment in 2021.

As the 2024 school year begins, Jeandre Plaatjies from Humansdorp and Muhammed Davids from the Patensie community are embarking on their journey to realize their passion for a future career in agriculture. Supported by a dedicated local agricultural bursary programme, they are commencing Grade 8 at Marlow Agricultural High School in Cradock, located approximately 1.5 hours from their home towns.

The Seriti Community Trust today handed over 10 vehicles to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga. The vehicles are fully branded and furbished with the necessary equipment including radios, cameras, sirens, health and safety equipment as well as service plans and warranties at a cost of R6.5 million.

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) commends the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) for its decision to initiate Bid Window 7 (BW7) under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (REIPPPP).

In a strategic collaboration aimed at empowering local youth and fostering community development, the Cape Agulhas Municipality and Excelsior wind energy facility have partnered to implement a crucial computer literacy programme.

For the first time since opening their doors some 67 years ago, Uitvlug Primary School, a small farm school, in Swellendam, Western Cape, was able to offer a Grade 7 class this year. Moreover, it has been announced that a further expansion, will mean that the 2024 academic year will kick-off with its first Grade R class.

As we near the end of the year, it's a perfect time to look back and celebrate some of the incredible milestones we've achieved as a sector in 2023.