The European Union has unveiled significant investments in South Africa's green energy sector, with R140 million allocated to support Transnet's trade initiatives and R500 million earmarked for advancing the green hydrogen agenda. The EU Energy Commissioner, Kadri Simson, and South Africa's Energy and Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, signed the agreement in Pretoria. Minister Ramokgopa has praised the investment for its potential to create jobs and drive re-industrialization in the country. However, there are concerns among some stakeholders about the risks of green colonialism where African nations may bear the production burden while the benefits largely accrue to the Global North. To delve deeper into the implications of these EU deals, energy analyst Tshepo Kgadima and Professor David Walwyn from the University of Pretoria shared their perspectives. The interviews highlighted the dual nature of the investments, offering opportunities for economic growth and green energy development while also raising questions about equity and fair distribution of benefits. The discourse around these investments underscores the complexities of international partnerships in the green energy space and the importance of ensuring that such collaborations genuinely benefit all involved parties. As South Africa navigates its green energy transition, balancing the positive impacts with addressing potential challenges like green colonialism will be crucial for shaping a sustainable and equitable future for the country's energy sector.