By Johnathan Paoli
Energy and Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has underscored the importance of balancing developmental goals with the urgent need for energy transition.
Ramokgopa was delivering his opening remarks at the 9th annual BRICS Energy Ministerial meeting in Moscow on Thursday.
“This meeting comes at a critical phase where our countries are grappling with the challenge of balancing developmental goals with energy transition pathways,” Ramokgopa said.
The minister highlighted that the expansion of BRICS membership was a testament to the group’s growing influence in the global energy landscape.
He emphasised the need for member countries to collaborate in reshaping the global energy architecture to ensure access, security and affordability, while striving to eradicate energy poverty.
For South Africa, this meeting represented a pivotal opportunity to advocate for a collective approach among developing nations.
“We must articulate our position as we harness our energy resources through innovative technologies that allow
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