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South Africa elected as the 3rd Vice - Chair of the Bureau of the African Union STC-T&E South Africa has been elected as the 3rd Vice-Chair of the Bureau of the AU Specialised Technical Committee on Transport and Energy during its 5th Ordinary Session at the Sandton Convention Centre. The Bureau serves as the leadership and coordinating arm of the committee, ensuring continuity by guiding, driving, and monitoring progress between full STC sessions.

Today we honour Freedom Day, a reminder of South Africa’s journey toward democracy, dignity, and equality. Happy Freedom Day, South Africa. #FreedomDay #FreedomMonth #EnergyLeadership #Empowerment #InclusiveGrowth #BEPA

SAWEA in Action | Bridging Industry, Academia & the Next Generation We’re proud to share that our Chief Technical Advisor, Vincent Kok, will be delivering a keynote address at an upcoming book launch hosted by the University of Johannesburg’s (@go2uj) Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. His keynote, “Powering Tomorrow: Digital Twin Technology and the Next Generation of Wind Energy”, will be delivered as part of the launch of “Digital Twin Technology in Condition Monitoring of Wind Turbines”. 📍 Event Details 🗓 5 May 2026 🕓 16:00 📌 University of Johannesburg, APK Library + Online Register here: zoom.us/webinar/regist… This engagement forms part of SAWEA’s ongoing efforts to create opportunities to share industry insights within academic spaces, strengthening the connection between the wind energy sector, students, and researchers. #SAWEA #WindEnergy #GenerationRE-New #YouthInEnergy #DigitalInnovation #EnergyTransition

[BREAKING] President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation at 16:00. The president will be accompanied by acting Minister of Police Firoz Cachalia. Tune in to #eNCA, channel #DStv403

📷 IN SESSION | ADG Melanchton Makobe delivers remarks at the @BEPA_SA Celebratory Engagement highlighting the importance of strengthening infrastructure delivery, coordination and partnerships to drive inclusive growth & development #DpmeAtWork @madamemameetse @MetaMaponya

At the 6th South Africa Investment Conference, Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa of the Department of Electricity and Energy takes a leading role in discussions focused on the future of the energy sector. This conference acts as a critical platform for uniting government leaders, industry executives, and investors in a combined effort to address key challenges and leverage opportunities within South Africa’s energy landscape, ultimately aiming to drive industrialization, stimulate investment, and enhance the country's global competitiveness. #SAIC2026

Congratulations to Tryphosa Ramano on being conferred with an Honorary Doctoral Degree by the University of Johannesburg. A well-deserved recognition of your outstanding leadership and contribution to South Africa’s energy and business sectors. #BEPA #Leadership #Ujgraduation

South Africa Endorses The Global Declaration To Triple Nuclear Energy Capacity by 2050 iol.co.za/news/opinion/2…

"In terms of energy reforms, we are stabilising electricity supply and building a competitive, reliable energy market. Regulatory reforms in this sector have unlocked significant private investment, accelerating generation capacity and driving the transition towards cleaner, renewable power. In logistics, we are dismantling bottlenecks in rail and ports that have throttled exports and raised the cost of doing business. Our intention is to bolster public-private investment in rail operations while retaining state ownership of rail infrastructure. The objective is to move goods faster, cheaper and more reliable." - Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana Tune in to #eNCA, channel #DStv403. #Budget2026

Today is Budget Day. The Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, will table Budget 2026 in Parliament at 14:00. Tune in to all major news broadcasters and Parliament’s YouTube channel to follow the Minister’s Speech. @GovernmentZA @GCISMedia #Budget2026

Congratulations to Reatile Group, a proud BEPA member, on securing a R4.45bn funding package arranged by RMB to power its energy expansion strategy. A major milestone for black-owned leadership in infrastructure and renewable energy. #BEPA #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy

AFRICA ENERGY INDABA 🌍 3-5 March 2026, Cape Town 🇿🇦 Registration Link: africaenergyindaba.com

For BEPA, transformation is inseparable from execution. Inclusive participation in infrastructure and energy is not symbolic, it is about who builds, leads & owns the sector. READ: bepa.org.za/bepa-news/the-… #SONA2026

“As we protect jobs in vulnerable industries, we remained focused on sectors that will drive future growth. We know that we can create millions of good quality jobs in sectors like agriculture, mining, services and the green economy.” ~ President @CyrilRamaphosa #SONA2026

"As we protect jobs in vulnerable industries, we remained focused on sectors that will drive future growth. We know that we can create millions of good quality jobs in sectors like agriculture, mining, services and the green economy. These are areas where we can be more than competitive." #SONA2026 #GovZAUpdates

Inclusive growth requires sectors that can absorb talent at scale. Infrastructure and energy remain critical job multipliers. #SONA2026

“By 2030, more than 40% of our energy supply will come from cheap, clean, renewable energy sources. We have begun to turn around the performance of our rail system and ports, enabling businesses to reach global markets.” A cleaner grid. Stronger logistics. #sona #BEPA

"By 2030, more than 40% of our energy supply will come from cheap, clean, renewable energy sources. We have begun to turn around the performance of our rail system and ports, so that our businesses can get their products to global markets. " #SONA2026

“To ensure water security in the long term, we are building new dams and upgrading existing infrastructure. We have committed more than R156 billion in public funding for water and sanitation infrastructure alone over the next three years.” 🗣️President Cyril Ramaphosa #SONA2026 #GovZAUpdates

The R156bn allocation to water infrastructure by President @CyrilRamaphosa signals serious intent. Funding must now translate into disciplined execution, skills capacity and long-term maintenance to deliver real impact. #SONA2026