Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is a prominent South African politician and member of the African National Congress (ANC). He has served in various leadership roles within the government, focusing on infrastructure and service delivery. Recently, he was mentioned in the context of opposing a proposed VAT increase, highlighting the internal divisions within the ANC regarding fiscal policy and the need for consensus in a coalition government.
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The delegation includes Minister of Electricity Mr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.
South Africa heads to Davos with renewed momentum and reform credentials – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2026-01-19
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa launched the first request for qualification for independent transmission projects in South Africa.
South Africa advances just energy transition despite US withdrawal – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2026-01-14
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is the president of the African Green Hydrogen Alliance (AGHA).
L’Algérie rejoint officiellement l’Alliance africaine de l’hydrogène vert – La Presse de Tunisie
Tunisia· 2025-09-13The appointment was announced by the Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.
Prof Bismark Tyobeka appointed chairperson of Ministerial Expert Panel on Nuclear – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-07-10
Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, South Africa’s Minister for Electricity and Energy, highlighted the importance of regional initiatives for enhancing electricity connectivity.
Experts call for Pan-African approach to energy crisis
Tanzania· 2025-06-19
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, the electricity and energy minister, emphasized the need to front-load the benefits of the transition.
‘We are just sitting here’: South African coal belt town split over green transition | Global development
United Kingdom· 2025-06-09
Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity and Energy, delivered the keynote address at the symposium.
Will South Africa survive the looming gas cliff? – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-05-19
Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa will also participate in the session at the Africa CEO Forum.
Africa is key to solving global crises, says B20 SA leader – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-05-12
Electricity and energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa announced further regulatory reforms to address concerns over Eskom’s grid monopoly.
Ramokgopa unveils reforms to open up electricity network – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-05-06Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa outlined plans for the private sector to invest towards building electricity transmission lines.
Government opens door to private sector to expand electricity transmission lines – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-04-02George will now hold discussions with Energy and Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and Eskom.
George eases pollution limits for Eskom – with conditions – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-03-31
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is the energy minister of South Africa who expressed concerns about the stability of the power supply.
Norge investerer 160 millioner for å fjerne en «Mongstad» i Sør-Afrika: Dette klimatiltaket knuser forventningene
Norway· 2025-03-08
Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is the Energy Minister of South Africa who spoke about the country's commitment to a just energy transition.
South Africa says US withdrawing from climate finance deal
Kenya· 2025-03-06
Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa discussed the impact of Trump's climate change skepticism.
No-shows, aid cuts mar G20 meet on global povertyTanzania· 2025-02-26
Minister of Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa commented on the U.S. presidency's actions regarding climate discussions.
Финансова среща на Г-20 започва с отсъстви на ключови членове и сред остри разногласия
Bulgaria· 2025-02-26
The Minister of Energy, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, commented on the reconfiguration of discussions by the U.S. presidency.
Финансова среща на Г-20 започва с отсъстви на ключови членове и сред остри разногласияBulgaria· 2025-02-26Energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa apologized for the latest breakdown in a press conference.
Wide power cuts in S.Africa in new electricity failureKenya· 2025-02-23
ANC minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa was among those who had opposed the VAT hike.
Budget that did not happen becomes a crisis that should never happen – The Mail & GuardianSouth Africa· 2025-02-21
