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Amidst an unprecedented loadshedding crisis, the Central Energy Fund is pushing ahead with energy minister Gwede Mantashe’s plan to build a “gas bridge” to Mozambique, while Eskom calls for up to 6 000 megawatts of new gas-fired power to urgently be added to the grid.

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SA pursuing major gas deal — and Russia wants in

Susan Comrie
Mar 28, 2022

Gazprombank, owned by Russia’s state-owned gas supplier, confirm they are considering a bid for what is potentially a multi-billion-rand contract — which, if awarded, would raise questions as to whether South Africa’s stance on Ukraine is being influenced by its thirst for gas.