Minister of Electricity and Energy: Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
When Minister Ramakgopa assumed office as the Minister of Electricity, South Africa struggled with the electricity crisis. Since his term in office as the Minister of Electricity, South Africa has started living without load shedding.
Minister Ramokgopa has been given the 2024 Climate Leader Award because
- Minister Ramokgopa’s leadership helps Eskom’s operational activities to improve results regarding the cessation of blackouts.
- Minister Ramokgopa has outlined a clear vision for a sustainable and equitable South African energy future.
- Minister Ramokgopa has advocated for the roll-out of renewable energy projects because they are financially and environmentally sound.
- Last year, Minister Ramokgopa announced an updated Integrated Resource Plan 2024, signaling a bold new direction for renewable energy resources such as wind, solar, and other low-emission technologies.
- Minister Ramokgopa supports and collaborates with the Government to drive innovation in the energy sector, aiming to achieve South Africa’s energy security as we transition to a low-carbon economy.
- Above all, we commend Minister Ramokgopa for his transparency and accountability through media briefings and public forums.
Submitted by Rugare Zhou, South Africa Country Manager