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Johannesburg, 28 August 2025: A stable and reliable transmission network is the backbone of any modern energy system, connecting producers to consumers, balancing supply and demand, and enabling the integration of new technologies. Yet South Africa’s grid, historically built to support coal-fired generation, is now under pressure to evolve rapidly. 

As the country accelerates its shift to ...

A group of seven Wind Turbine Service Technicians from Nordex Energy South Africa (NESA) has returned from a month long intensive international training programme at the Nordex Academy in Turkey—an initiative that forms part of the company’s broader commitment to strengthening South Africa’s renewable energy workforce. By equipping its teams with the skills to service the latest Delta 4000 ...

This winter, hundreds of local learners received brand-new winter school uniforms through a community initiative, helping them stay warm and comfortable during the colder months. Beyond keeping children warm, the uniforms help foster a sense of pride and belonging across 17 schools in the Witzenberg community area.

Luvaine Ruiters, a determined young entrepreneur from Noupoort, has used the skills gained through local development programmes to secure a tender to build structures and install photovoltaic (PV) modules for a local solar energy company.

A Women’s Day initiative designed to support and uplift women entrepreneurs from the Namaqua region was hosted recently. The event gave 10 local women-owned businesses the platform to pitch their ventures to a panel of judges, competing for financial support and long-term development opportunities.

Co-owners of the community sewing enterprise, Bill Kali Collective, Sabelo Bill and Tandile Kalipa, are building more than just a small business — they are opening doors for unemployed youth in Makhanda to gain practical skills, grow client bases, and even start their own enterprises.

Cookhouse, Eastern Cape – A year-long small business development programme funded by ENGIE’s Golden Valley Wind Energy Facility has shown how targeted enterprise support can strengthen rural economies. Designed to address limited economic opportunities in Cookhouse, the programme equipped ten local SMMEs with skills, tools, and tailored mentorship to build more resilient, sustainable businesses.

"Several fundamental policy and regulatory developments continue to reshape the landscape for wind energy in South Africa. From grid reform and land access to gender inclusion, SAWEA remains at the forefront - advocating for a more enabling environment for wind energy, with localisation and grid expansion central to the sector’s long-term sustainability."

Children and staff at the Kamieskroon Children’s Home, located in the Kamiesberg area, were treated to a fun-filled day during a recent visit from the local wind farm’s staff. The initiative not only brought smiles to the 25 children it accommodates but also recognised the dedication of the home’s staff, who play a vital role in providing daily care and support.

Local internships give young people the chance to build skills and gain real work experience close to home. For Kern Papier from Hopefield, an 18‑month Technical Services Internship at Umoya Energy Wind Farm is doing just that. Through the programme, he is learning from an experienced team and gaining exposure to the wide range of technical skills needed to operate a wind farm.