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Access to local development funding, made available through a community stimulation programme has helped seven small businesses in Springbok, and the surrounding areas, in this round of funding to become more sustainable, expand their operations and even offer more employment opportunities to others.

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) is thrilled to introduce the Wind Industry Internship Programme (WIIP) 2024, marking its third consecutive year. SAWEA is now accepting applications for this exciting initiative, offering young professionals an opportunity to embark on a rewarding journey in the renewable energy sector.

The 2023 EnergyDRIVE, a renewable energy educational initiative, has begun its journey in the Northern Cape Province, a region at the epicentre of South Africa's renewable energy generation. The province boasts the largest share of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in wind, solar, and Concentrated Solar Power (CSP), making it a strategic starting point for this year's program.

The custom-built EnergyDRIVE truck has kicked-off its 2023 tour of the country with the Green Youth Network (GYN) on board this year, demonstrating the key role that the youth play in combatting climate change.

A celebratory occasion marking 110 years of a local rugby club in the Eastern Cape’s community of Adelaide, was recently hosted. This significant milestone for the Lily White Rugby Football Club, drew the attention of the country’s Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, who sent best wishes and acknowledgement of the role that this club played within the local community and in showcasing talent. ...

In a heartwarming display of community support and collaboration, the Amakhala Emoyeni Community Fund Trust (AECFT), responsible for the implementation of the Socio-Economic Development (SED) and the Enterprise Development (EnD) programmes on behalf of Amakhala Emoyeni Windfarm, joined forces with Andries Vosloo Hospital and the Eastern Cape Department of Social Development (EC-DSD) to deliver 13 ...

WindAc Africa 2023, kicked-off its sixth instalment today, coinciding this year with the industry’s Windaba Connect event, where keynote speaker Premier Winde demonstrated his commitment to the Western Cape Provinces’ push for energy security, private sector investment and the influencing of policy in renewable electricity generation capacity.

I want to extend my deepest appreciation for the overwhelming support we received during the Windaba Conference & Exhibition 2023. This event served as a crucial industry platform, allowing us to reflect on our progress and celebrate the remarkable developments in the wind energy sector. This has been the largest Windaba Conference and Exhibition gathering so far with more than 1000 people in ...

The vision of birds, particularly those that hunt from the air, such as birds of prey, has not evolved to perceive large, moving structures in their environment, such as wind turbines. This is largely due to birds’ physiological limitations, such as low colour contrast detection abilities, combined with motion smear created by moving, un-patterned turbine blades.

Recognising the vital role of female health workers and their need for support in achieving a better work-life balance, and self-care skills, a Woman’s Wellness Event was recently held. Dedicated to honouring and supporting health workers within communities in Namaqualand, the programme helped to increase morale and enhance the health and well-being of these workers.