The impact of local content policies on EU exports and investment, and economic transformation in South Africa
The South African government has applied a wide range of localisation policies since the 1990s, largely through state-owned entities.
#TEAMEUROPE INVESTMENT RELATED EVENTS
In the lead up to and in support of South Africa’s Investment Conference, which is expected to take place on 18 November 2020, #TeamEurope will be hosting a number of events to highlight the main opportunities and impediments for increased trade, investment and cooperation between South Africa and the EU.
Opportunities in the South African Cotton & Wool Value Chains
As a single market, the EU is South Africa’s largest trading partner, making up 30% of South Africa’s imports and 24% of South Africa’s exports in 2019. The EU is also the largest investor in South Africa.
EU Delegation in SA supports policy dialogue on local green SMME recovery
EU Delegation in South Africa engaged with national, provincial and local South African government stakeholders, as well as representatives from industry and civil society, in an online dialogue on the theme of green SMME recovery. This engagement forms part of various initiatives in the build-up to the #Team Europe Climate Diplomacy Week, which runs from 14 – 23 September.
South Africa’s 4IR starts with proper spectrum allocation, incentives
University of Johannesburg vice-chancellor and deputy chairperson of the Presidential Commission on the Fourth Industrial Revolution (PC4IR) Professor Tshilidzi Marwala has shared some the recommendations of the commission’s report around South Africa’s progress towards embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). – Marleny Arnoldi
Mantashe agrees to creation of engagement forum with renewables stakeholders
Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe met with renewable-energy stakeholders on Thursday in an effort to build trust, improve communication and reduce obstacles to the roll-out of renewable energy in South Africa – Terence Creamer
Renewable Energy Investors and Municipalities Must Compromise
Investors in renewable energy and municipalities both must give ground if South Africa is to find a lasting solution to the electricity crisis, argues electricity analyst – Chris Yelland
The Regulatory Environment for Electricity
In order to provide clarity to EU stakeholders, the webinar explored the current status and the reasons, real or perceived, for the regulatory blockages delaying much needed private sector investment in the energy sector.
Affordable Own Use Energy Will Most Likely Force Municipal Electricity Reform
An energy storm is driving innovations and reforms in own use electricity generation in South Africa’s municipalities.
COVID-19 Export Impact Survey
The Department of Trade, Industry & Competition is conducting a COVID-19 Export Impact Survey to identify emerging challenges faced by exporters as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.