South Africa is in the midst of a significant energy transition, moving away from coal-fired plants towards a more diverse energy mix that includes solar and wind power. Private-sector investments in renewable energy projects are on the rise as large companies seek to procure energy independently due to regulatory uncertainties. The Electricity Regulation Amendment Act signed in August aims to introduce competition and private sector participation, reducing the monopoly of state utility Eskom. International funding agreements, such as the US$8.5bn deal with the EU, France, Germany, the UK, and the US, are set to accelerate the decarbonisation of South Africa's electricity system. Despite these efforts, challenges persist, with funding delays hindering progress on the Just Energy Transition Partnership Plan. The focus is now on expanding the transmission network to accommodate more renewables and support the country's goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. The planned increase in solar and wind capacity coupled with decreasing coal capacity signals a shift towards a greener energy future. However, power shortages are expected to persist as demand continues to surpass supply. The introduction of green hydrogen post-2030 brings potential for further decarbonisation, although financial feasibility for large-scale electricity replacement is still being evaluated. South Africa's current renewable energy capacity stands at 6.3GW, with ongoing projects expected to add more renewable capacity to the grid. Overall, the country's energy landscape is evolving towards a more sustainable and diversified future.