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EDF Renewables' construction of the Koruson 1 cluster of three wind farms (Phezukomoya, San Kraal and Coleskop) outside Middelburg and Noupoort, is well underway, with half of the of 237 turbine blades and other components required, having been delivered from Coega port via the R75 and N10 to the three sites. Each blade on the turbines is 81.35m long, with a weight of 28 tons.

The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) welcomes the finalisation of the 7th administration by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Given the complex nature of the process, SAWEA commends the President for his meticulous approach in selecting the national cabinet of 75 Ministers across 32 portfolios from all parties to form the Government of National Unity.

Up to 1,000 patients are assisted annually at the Noupoort Community Healthcare Centre, where notable enhancements in services have been observed following the appointment of Babalwa May as the new Radiographer. This addition has effectively met a crucial community healthcare requirement, elevating the standard of care for local residents through timely and efficient diagnosis and treatment.

In celebration of Global Wind Day this year, a competition was held at Okiep Country Hotel, engaging Grade 9 learners from across five high schools in Namaqualand. Observed worldwide on 15 June each year, the event brought these learners together to build working turbine models, aiming to ignite a deeper interest in renewable energy and support STEM education in the region.

NOA Group Holdings (NOA), is pleased to announce a 497 GWh energy supply agreement with Tronox Holdings plc (NYSE:TROX), a leader in titanium dioxide pigment manufacturing. This agreement, which significantly extends Tronox's renewable energy penetration to above 70% of its electricity requirements, underscores NOA’s model of aggregating power from a fleet of generation facilities across the ...

As the country observes National Child Protection Week, we are reminded that children are the most vulnerable members of our society. A recent event in Noupoort brought together hundreds of children from four community early childhood development (ECD) centres to mark eight years of support from the local wind farm. This event, funded by Noupoort Wind Farm, highlighted the crucial roles of child ...

Since its inception five years ago, a bottom-up community approach based on the philosophy of the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) programme, has supported numerous local entrepreneurs, including Romenda Wessels from Loeriesfontein, the owner of RJ Cleaning Maids. This programme has provided this company and others with assistance to expand, enhance sustainability and provide employment ...

A biodiversity programme, aiming to protect and conserve the area surrounding the Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve has been established. This initiative, funded by Perderkraal East Wind Farm in partnership with the Witzenberg Municipality, not only focuses on environmental conservation but also aims to uplift the local youth by creating employment opportunities and fostering skills development ...

Supporting South Africa’s changing energy landscape, Nordex Energy South Africa is excited to announce the launch of its sector-specific internship programme. This initiative aims to build a skilled pipeline of technicians crucial for achieving the country's energy goals and transitioning to clean power sources. Targeting young engineers with at least an N4 qualification in Electrical, Mechanical ...

Over 30 communal farmers in Noupoort are being upskilled and supported as part of a three-year enterprise development programme, initiated earlier this year. Funded by Noupoort Wind Farm in partnership with the Department of Agriculture and the Pixley Ka Seme District Municipality, this Livestock for Livelihoods Programme is designed to enhance the lives of local farmers by providing tailored ...