NTPC and Eskom Explored Green Energy Partnership
The Indian energy firm and South Africa's utility are evaluating a joint venture to bolster power infrastructure.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Utilities
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India's NTPC and South Africa's Eskom are discussing a new green energy partnership and joint venture. The collaboration aims to address South Africa's energy demands and support its aging thermal power infrastructure.
Why it matters
South Africa seeks to significantly expand its renewable energy capacity and requires technical expertise to maintain its existing power grid. The partnership builds on existing ties involving engineer training and component supply.
Eskom currently contributes 90% of South Africa's power, which relies on a thermal capacity of 45GW. South Africa plans to grow its green power capacity from the current 19GW to 26GW by 2030.
The players
NTPC
NTPC is an Indian state-owned energy conglomerate with a total installed power generation capacity of 91.5GW.
Eskom
Eskom is the primary South African electricity public utility that contributes 90% of the nation's power generation.
The details
NTPC currently trains Eskom engineers through a three-month in-house program in India and plans to supply spare parts for thermal stations. This follows a memorandum of understanding signed approximately 18 months ago between the two entities.
Timeline
Komati power station was commissioned in 1961.
South Africa experienced 91 days of power outages in 2023.
South Africa surpassed 500 days without load-shedding on October 4, 2026.
South Africa plans to reach 26GW of green power capacity by 2030.
Market Landscape
The partnership aligns with South Africa's transition toward a 2030 green power capacity target of 26GW. This collaboration positions Eskom to modernize its aging thermal fleet while pursuing long-term renewable goals.
The improved maintenance and expanded capacity may increase grid reliability for South African residents and businesses. Customers may see more stable power access as the utility works to prevent the return of power outages seen in 2023.
The takeaway
Reliable power infrastructure remains a critical component for economic growth and stability. Nations often leverage international partnerships to share technical expertise and meet ambitious long-term renewable energy goals.
Further reading
Learn more about global infrastructure projects in the Utilities section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mint.
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