By REGINALD KANYANE
11 July 2025- The African National Congress (ANC) said it welcomes the successful return of Unit 4 at Medupi Power Station to the national grid, restoring 800MW of capacity after the 2021 explosion. The party said this is a significant breakthrough in the country’s journey towards energy security, industrial revitalisation, and inclusive growth.
The ANC national spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu said they are particularly impressed that this milestone was achieved eight months ahead of schedule. Bhengu said this milestone reaffirms the correctness of the ANC-led government’s Energy Action Plan and the decisive leadership of Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa.
“It proves that when leadership is aligned with ANC policy and guided by clear purpose, delivery follows to benefit the people of South Africa. The return of Unit 4 strengthens the electricity grid, supports the recovery of our logistics network, and enables growth in mining, agriculture, transport, and manufacturing.
“The ANC commends the engineers, workers, and Eskom management for their resolve and technical skill. We further reiterate the importance of continued investment in energy security integrating clean technology retrofits to affirm our commitment to a just energy transition that serves our people,” she said.
Bhengu further said Medupi’s recovery is a building block towards a more reliable energy supply, restored investor confidence and a capable developmental state that drives transformation. She added that the ANC will continue to lead this progressive developmental march with the people at the centre.
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