City Power positions Joburg as leader in EV and green tech innovation

By Levy Masiteng 

City Power has announced a significant milestone in its Electric Vehicle (EV) Programme with the recent arrival of new electric vehicle charging stations.

The state-owned power utility, wholly owned by the City of Johannesburg, said this marks a pivotal advancement in its commitment to drive the city towards a cleaner, smarter and sustainable energy future.  

The programme forms part of a key component of City Power’s ambitious 10-Point Energy Plan, designed to diversify energy mix, enhance energy resilience, curb carbon emissions and position Johannesburg as a frontrunner in the green economy.

Tshifularo Mashava, CEO of City Power, underscored the importance of aligning with the global shift towards electric vehicles.

“The world is swiftly transitioning from Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles to electric-powered alternatives, driven by the critical imperative to decarbonise our economies and combat climate change,” she said.

City Power also highlighted the EV Programme’s potential