From: Inside Story
South Africa has declared a national disaster to tackle a severe energy crisis.
South Africa is experiencing one of the worst energy crises in the region in recent years.
It affects millions of people across the country.
The nation’s aging coal-fired power plants cannot cope with demand.
And this leads to daily blackouts that can sometimes last for hours.
Opposition politicians and protesters blamed the ruling ANC party.
President Cyril Ramaphosa declared a state of disaster on Friday
But will this move be enough?
Leader: Mohammed Jajmjoom
Guests:
Kenneth Creamer – Economic Adviser to the ANC’s Economic Transformation Committee
Ongama Mtimka – Lecturer at Nelson Mandela University
Chris Yelland – Energy Analyst