South Africa’s Electricity Sector Enters a Decisive Reform Phase After Years of Instability and Power Cuts

South Africa’s electricity sector is entering a decisive phase, with reform efforts gaining traction after years of instability, policy uncertainty and rolling power cuts. A new report released by Krutham and commissioned by the South Africa Electricity Traders Association (SAETA) argues that the country now has a clear opportunity to consolidate recent gains and secure long-term energy reliability. Titled Policy to power: 10 actions to deliver green, accessible and secure electricity, the report outlines a sequenced roadmap to complete the transition from a vertically integrated, monopoly-driven system to a competitive, multi-market electricity. Thabiso Tema spoke to James Beatty Chairman of Enpower and member of SA Electricity Traders AssociationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.