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AI CAN BOOST AFRICA ’ S MIGRATION TO SUSTAINABLE ENERGIES
While fossil fuels are still a key energy producer in South Africa , the shift toward renewable energy is inevitable . While South Africa has made strides in wind , solar , hydropower , scaling these solutions has been slow due to infrastructure , financing , and the need to balance energy security , explains Louise Taute at Westcon-Comstor Southern Africa .
As the global conversation around climate change intensifies , South Africa is confronted with a dual challenge : how to meet its growing energy demands while reducing its heavy reliance on fossil fuels , particularly coal . This tension between economic development and environmental sustainability has left the country in a precarious position .
With over 80 % of electricity generated from coal , South Africa faces significant pressure to transition toward greener , more sustainable energy solutions .
With over 80 % of electricity generated from coal , South Africa faces significant pressure to transition toward more sustainable energy .
there is a glimmer of hope in an unlikely place – Artificial Intelligence .
While we know renewable energy holds promise and we are already experiencing its benefits , it is not a quick fix . Infrastructure development , financial constraints , and energy security concerns create substantial obstacles . Yet , amidst these challenges ,
South Africa ’ s fossil fuel reliance has long been the backbone of its industrial growth . Coal plays a dominant role in energy generation , with large-scale coal plants serving as the bedrock of the nation ’ s electricity supply . However , this reliance comes with a
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