Electricity industry raises concerns over Nersa’s readiness for the new energy landscape

STAKEHOLDERS in the electricity industry are voicing concerns regarding the capacity of the Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) to fulfil its expanded role as South Africa navigates the complexities of its evolving energy market.

- BANELE GININDZA

This heightened scrutiny comes in the wake of a stakeholder engagement session held by the Portfolio Committee on Electricity and Energy, which included discussions with various stakeholders such as labour unions and the Just Energy Transition (JET) Project Monitoring Unit (PMU).

During this session, Minister for Electricity and Energy Kgosientso Ramakgopa assured lawmakers that the revised Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) would soon be adopted by Cabinet, a critical step in the nation’s energy transition.