The networking event highlighted various initiatives of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) that aim to drive partnerships between Germany and South Africa and support business innovation. One example is the German-South African Energy Partnership, which develops sustainable solutions to support the transition to clean energy and serves as a platform for energy policy dialogue. Its goals include supporting the global energy transition, strengthening trade in carbon-free energy, driving technology exchange, and diversifying and decarbonising supply chains. This includes modernising the grid, expanding renewable energy, integrating it into the energy system, and improving energy efficiency. Both countries are working to position themselves as regional leaders in implementing the energy transition and to establish secure, environmentally friendly energy systems.
Jens Hauser, Head of the Competence Centre for Climate and Environment at AHK Southern Africa, underlined the importance of cooperation by highlighting concrete project examples. German and South African companies are working together in areas such as EV battery production, wind energy, mini-grids, and green hydrogen – sectors that also present opportunities for participants in Partnering in Business with Germany.
