4 d. ago Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure

The Ministry of Electricity and Energy has announced plans to expropriate privately-owned land, with compensation, as part of a major initiative to expand and upgrade Eskom’s infrastructure in the coming years. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined a comprehensive 10-year plan to enhance South Africa’s energy network during a media briefing on Tuesday. The ambitious project… Read More »Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure The post Electricity Ministry Plans Land Expropriation to Expand Eskom Infrastructure first appeared on iAfrica.

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7 d. ago Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid

The administration of US President Donald Trump announced on Friday plans to effectively dismantle the US Agency for International Development (USAID), marking a significant shift toward sharply reducing foreign aid. “Today, the Department of State and the US Agency for International Development (USAID) have notified Congress of their intention to undertake a reorganization that would… Read More »Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid The post Trump Administration Moves to Shut Down USAID, Signaling Major Shift in US Foreign Aid first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago UK Steps Up as US Retreats from Climate Finance Commitments in Africa

The UK is ramping up its funding of sustainable energy projects in Africa as the US pulls back from global climate commitments. To this end, the British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance body, plans to mobilize private capital through partnerships with London’s financial sector. According to the organization’s CEO, Leslie Marsdorp, the UK… Read More »UK Steps Up as US Retreats from Climate Finance Commitments in Africa The post UK Steps Up as US Retreats from Climate Finance Commitments in Africa first appeared on iAfrica.

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2 w. ago Energy expert warns South Africans of risk of further load shedding

Stage 2 load shedding was implemented on Wednesday.

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2 w. ago US delays $2.6 billion disbursement climate finance for South Africa

The US withdrew from the board of the United Nations' climate damage fund.

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2 w. ago Trump administration deports Venezuelans despite court order

The Trump administration deported alleged members of a Venezuelan gang despite a court order.

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3 w. ago U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project

The U.S. Export-Import Bank has reauthorized a $4.7 billion loan for TotalEnergies’ Mozambique liquefied natural gas (LNG) project, initially approved during the Trump administration but delayed due to security concerns in the Cabo Delgado region. This funding is pivotal for the $20 billion initiative, positioning Mozambique as a significant LNG exporter. The project faced setbacks… Read More »U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project The post U.S. Reapproves $4.7 Billion Loan for Mozambique LNG Project first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Secretary of State Marco Rubio Announces Cancellation of Most USAID Programs

The Trump administration has eliminated 83% of USAID programs, citing wasteful spending and their failure to serve US national interests. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the decision, stating that 5,200 contracts had been canceled. The remaining 1,000 to be directly overseen by the State Department—a move critics argue is illegal without congressional approval. The… Read More »Secretary of State Marco Rubio Announces Cancellation of Most USAID Programs The post Secretary of State Marco Rubio Announces Cancellation of Most USAID Programs first appeared on iAfrica.

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3 w. ago Trump administration scraps over 80% of USAID programs: Rubio

Trump has tasked close adviser Musk with dismantling USAID.

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4 w. ago Power Africa’s Exit Threatens Africa’s Electrification Progress

SB Morgen warns that Power Africa’s abrupt exit, a U.S.-funded initiative boosting electricity access, may hinder Africa’s energy development. The program’s financial and technical support was vital for electrification, and its absence could stall projects and deter private investment by removing risk guarantees. The report highlights potential setbacks for the energy sector’s growth and investor… Read More »Power Africa’s Exit Threatens Africa’s Electrification Progress The post Power Africa’s Exit Threatens Africa’s Electrification Progress first appeared on iAfrica.

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4 w. ago US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others

The US has withdrawn from a $9.3 billion climate finance deal aimed at helping developing countries transition from coal to renewable energy. The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), launched in 2021, was designed to assist developing nations in shifting to cleaner energy through loans and grants, beginning with South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Senegal. The… Read More »US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others The post US Backs Out of $9.3 Billion Climate Finance Deal for South Africa, Senegal, and Others first appeared on iAfrica.

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last month Trump Administration Withdraws from South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Partnership, Cutting Billions in Climate Financing

In a further setback to relations between Washington and Pretoria, the United States has withdrawn from the Just Energy Transition (JET) partnership with South Africa. The decision follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump after his return to the White House for a second term, removing the US from the international partners group… Read More »Trump Administration Withdraws from South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Partnership, Cutting Billions in Climate Financing The post Trump Administration Withdraws from South Africa’s Just Energy Transition Partnership, Cutting Billions in Climate Financing first appeared on iAfrica.

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