Rural development is vital for South Africa’s sustainable economic future. The farming sector is perhaps the most important, as food security and poverty reduction depend on it.

Since 2003, the South African government has been funding free electricity for the poorest households. This is because it recognises that poverty is a barrier to electricity access.

This phase-down of coal will bring significant changes to South Africa. This makes the need for a just transition away from coal fundamental to ensure no one is left behind.

The EU is firmly on its clean energy transition, with renewables and green technologies at the front and centre of new economic partnerships.

Spain is investing in South Africa’s green transition to develop renewable energy, electric vehicles and water projects.

A new climate justice documentary follows activists across Southern Africa fighting against the fossil fuel giants that threaten their communities.

South Africa’s cabinet has approved the $8.5 billion (R155 billion) plan to help the country transition away from fossil fuels.