During his two day visit to the ZF Mgcawu district, the Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa toured the Kenhardt solar plant on Thursday as it commenced supplying electricity to the national grid. Today, the minister engaged with local businesses and other stakeholders in Upington where he expressed his desire for the communities, especially the youth, to benefit directly from the Renewable Energy sector and its developments in the Northern Cape. The minister mentioned how solar rooftops are becoming popular amongst households in the country and brought it to the attention of businesses to seize this opportunity. He elaborated with the following … INSERT [ENERGY SECTOR]  As South Africa continues its transition to renewable energy, the Electricity minister pledged to focus on developing economic opportunities for the marginalized communities such as Upington and surrounding areas.

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