SA planning 'massive' rail investment
With most of South Africa's commuter rail system nearing the end of its life-span, the government is planning a multi-billion rand investment in new rail infrastructure and technologies – including proposed high-speed rail projects in the country's major centres.
Eskom secures R1.6bn in loans
South African state power company Eskom has signed two loans with Deutsche Bank and Credit Agricole, worth approximately R1.6-billion, to fund construction at its Ingula pump storage scheme and Medupi power station.
Neotel to launch second data centre
Following on significant demand for its outsourced hosting services, managed services and hosted applications, South African telecoms operator Neotel has decided to launch a second data centre in Cape Town.
SA's future energy mix up for discussion
South Africa will have a clearer picture of the future of its electricity mix and supply after the release of a second draft plan for public comment in September. Respondents to the first draft came out strongly against both coal and nuclear, favouring renewable options such as wind and solar.
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