Question NW1125 to the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy
12 April 2023 - NW1125
Msimang, Prof CT to ask the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy
Whether his department has planned any projects with the Office of the Minister of Electricity, especially with regard to (a) energy generation and (b) renewable energy projects; if not, why not, in each case; if so, what are the relevant details in each case?
Reply:
The energy generation is still guided by the IRP, relevant policies, and regulatory prescripts.
The National Energy Crisis Committee is a Presidential led initiative which comprises of a number of Ministries including Minister of Electricity, Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy working together to resolve electricity supply challenges through a number of interventions.