South Africa Targets 6 Gigawatts of Gas-Fired Power by 2030

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Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--South Africa is advancing its natural gas-fired power sector, targeting approximately 6 gigawatts of installed capacity by 2030 as part of its strategy to improve energy reliability and diversify in its power mix. According to Industrial Info Resources data, there are seven active capital gas-fired projects in South Africa, valued at US$12.4 billion.

Recent developments highlight Richards Bay as a key focus area, with a proposed 3,000-megawatt (MW) gas-fired power project forming the backbone of upcoming capacity additions. The broader project pipeline is supported by private sector participation, including Phakwe Group (2,400 MW), Pictro Power (2,000 MW), and Mabasa Energy (750 MW), collectively representing a significant share of planned gas-fired capacity in the country.

The development of liquefied natural gas (LNG) import and regasification infrastructure--particularly at Richards Bay--is central to enabling these projects and establishing a reliable gas supply chain. In addition to power generation, the emerging gas ecosystem is expected to support industrial demand and future expansion of capacity. However, execution timelines remain dependent on infrastructure readiness, regulatory alignment, and securing long-term LNG supply agreements, which will be key to realizing the planned capacity additions.

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