South Africa & Coal Part 2 – May 22

Three-quarters of South Africa’s coal continues to be used domestically and remains a crucial component of everyday life in the country. From the first discovery of  the Witwatersrand’s copious mineral wealth to the industrial boom of the 1950s and the present day, it cannot be stated enough how vital a part coal has played as  the primary source of energy in the country. Currently, around 80% of the country’s energy sector runs on coal, but many live in hope that the 2020s will mark the  twilight years of South Africa’s dependency on the fossil fuel. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent addresses … Click here for the full Newsletter.