The electrical contracting industry is undergoing rapid change as new technologies, safety regulations, and market demands reshape the landscape. As the sector develops, the importance of hiring certified electrical contractors has become a key topic of discussion among industry experts, regulators, and customers alike.

The 18th edition of the Africa Energy Indaba, held from 3–5 March 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), concluded successfully, uniting policymakers, ministers, investors, utilities, and industry leaders from across the continent and globally.

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy technology, has appointed Steven Santini as Vice President of Secure Power for Sub-Saharan Africa. The Secure Power division serves as the architect of digital resilience, providing the intelligent operational technologies and ecosystems that protect the world’s most critical infrastructure.

Eskom’s power stations are improving, with the Energy Availability Factor (EAF) at 65.31% for the financial year (1 April 2025 to 5 March 2026). This performance demonstrates Eskom’s efforts to restore reliability and stabilise South Africa’s electricity grid. Notably, the generation fleet has reached or exceeded the 70% EAF mark 78 times this year, emphasising consistent operational progress.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is accelerating efforts to transform the country through a broad range of infrastructure projects, with the government notably increasing investment in roads, power stations, dams, and ports.