Africa-Press – Eswatini. Eswatini is set to host a crucial bilateral engagement today as His Excellency Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, South Africa’s Minister of Electricity and Energy, arrives for high-level discussions with His Royal Highness Prince Lonkhokhela, the Minister of Natural Resources and Energy.
The South African delegation, comprising senior officials from the ministry, is expected to land in the country later today.
The visit forms part of an ongoing strategic dialogue aimed at deepening cooperation in the energy sector, at a time when both nations are grappling with regional power constraints and long-term energy security concerns. Eswatini continues to depend significantly on South Africa’s Eskom for electricity supply and frequency control. This partnership has remained central to Eswatini’s power stability, as the country works to bridge the gap between local electricity generation and growing national demand.
Strengthening collaboration between the two countries is therefore seen as vital for safeguarding the region’s energy future. The discussions are expected to address a wide range of issues, all geared towards securing affordable, stable, and sustainable electricity for Eswatini while exploring broader opportunities for development within the energy sector.
Key focus areas include enhancing bilateral cooperation in electricity supply, addressing infrastructure gaps, and identifying areas where the two states can jointly invest in emerging technologies. Beyond electricity supply, the engagement opens avenues for knowledge-sharing, capacity-building, and technical exchanges that could bolster Eswatini’s long-term energy resilience. Reliable power supply remains essential for economic growth, and improved cooperation between Eswatini and South Africa is anticipated to bring mutual economic benefits.
Agenda Highlights
The official agenda for today’s meeting includes:
Strengthening cooperation in the electricity sector
Electricity infrastructure development, including recent G20 outcomes relevant to Africa
Updates on developments concerning MOTRACO, the tripartite transmission company
Broader SADC energy challenges and opportunities
The discussions are expected to chart a way forward on key shared priorities such as tariff stabilisation, improved cross-border power trade, and investment in renewable energy solutions. With global energy trends shifting towards cleaner, more sustainable technologies, both countries see value in collaborating on solar, wind, and other emerging innovations.
On Saturday, 29 November, Minister Ramokgopa and his delegation will pay a courtesy visit to the Right Honourable Prime Minister. The meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss regional energy priorities at the highest political level, reinforcing Eswatini’s commitment to constructive regional partnerships.
As both nations confront increasing energy demands, ageing infrastructure, and the urgent need for sustainability, today’s talks are expected to lay the foundation for strengthened cooperation. Eswatini and South Africa aim to work together to secure stable electricity supply, unlock investment, and support long-term development across the region.
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