Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.Lost your password? Please enter your username or email address. You will receive a link to create a new password via email.Pulling our leg: Last year, load-shedding went on for a record-breaking total of 335 days, making 2023 the worst year in South Africa’s blackout history.
Among these issues is the often overlooked problem of climate change, despite its grave implications. The ramifications of climate change can be called a “walala wasala ” situation — but worse. The full effects of climate change are unfolding around us as extreme weather events increase in frequency and severity. Snoozing in the face of this imminent danger is irresponsible and poses a catastrophic existential risk.
The government’s energy plan falls dismally short in assessing national energy demand and capacity, failing to adequately address energy shortages and secure reliable, affordable and environmentally sustainable solutions. The mysterious light that appeared recently will eventually fade in the absence of real transformative energy policies. The same is true for the aspirations of people to live in a clean environment and have access to affordable and reliable electricity.