Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Unbundling Eskom, liberalising the power sector and reforming the distribution industry lays the foundation for reliable, affordable, and clean energy.

SAGEN supports South African stakeholders in transforming the energy landscape from recent chapters of instability and crisis to a more sustainable and resilient energy sector. We recognize the catalytic nature of the energy sector and aim for an energy transition that promotes economic growth and development, social equity, and environmental sustainability.

Project Highlights

SAGEN supports NECOM and the NTCSA in their consultation process on the South African market code with relevant stakeholders, such as NERSA, DMRE, DPE, NT and the Presidency.

We aid Eskom Generation in the formulation of a future strategy roadmap, including strategies for adaptation and transition of the utility, positioning in a future market and opportunities relating to green hydrogen.
SALGA and NECOM receive reinforcement on electricity distribution industry reform, including analyzing the performance of South African municipalities, defining optimal models to enable investment in distribution infrastructure and identifying key reform needs.

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Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Chenai Madzorera

Senior Technical Advisor for Electricity Distribution Industry Reform

Dr Ansuya Rungasamy

Senior Technical Advisor for Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Kelebogile Mokomane

Senior Technical Advisor for Energy Policy and Regulation (seconded to NT)

Sebastian Glaeser

Head of Component for Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Chenai Madzorera

Senior Technical Advisor for Electricity Distribution Industry Reform

Dr Ansuya Rungasamy

Senior Technical Advisor for Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Kelebogile Mokomane

Senior Technical Advisor for Energy Policy and Regulation (seconded to NT)

Sebastian Glaeser

Head of Component for Power Sector Reform and Regulation

Key Results

7033 MW of Capacity Registered with NERSA:

Resulted from pivotal support to Operation Vulindlela, specifically through the amendment of Schedule 2, which facilitated necessary changes and boosted renewable energy installations.

Dashboard of how many municipalities have submitted cost of supply studies

Through collaboration with Sustainable Energy Africa (SEA), assisted 40 municipalities in developing their Cost of Supply (COS) studies, significantly improving cost management and efficiency in the municipal energy sector.

Number of trainings conducted

Over 10 workshops conducted and served as crucial platforms for stakeholders to engage in key topics such as developing the market code, establishing the wheeling framework for electricity transmission regulations, and refining the electricity pricing determination methodology.

ERA Amendment Bill

The passing of the ERA Amendment bill marks a significant milestone in the reform of South Africa’s electricity sector, paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable power system.Through collaboration with Sustainable Energy Africa (SEA), assisted 40 municipalities in developing their Cost of Supply (COS) studies, significantly improving cost management and efficiency in the municipal energy sector.