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"Cabinet has approved that aside critical agencies, all other MMDA's must budget for electricity bills" - John Jinapor, Energy Minister.
Electricity and Energy Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa says Eskom is doing its best to manage the national grid as demand for energy increases during winter. This after the power utility implemented stage two rolling blackouts yesterday. This due to a combination of factors, including delays in returning generation units from planned maintenance, unexpected capacity losses, and high-than-expected demand. Despite this, Ramokgopa says Eskom's power system is in a significantly stronger position than it was during the same period last year. He briefed the media earlier in Pretoria ...
The Energy Minister and his Opposition counterpart lock horns over power prices, The Trump administration denies its suspension of sweeping tariffs is related to global market fallout, Australians Alex de Minaur and Alexei Popyrin through to the next round at the Monte Carlo Masters.
The Energy Minister, John Jinapor, has announced that his office has formally requested the Attorney General to conduct further investigations, with the possibility of initiating legal action against those responsible in the missing container scandal.
The Energy Minister, John Jinapor, has announced that his ministry has taken additional steps to uncover the whereabouts of the missing Electricity Company of Ghana containers.
It should be easier to track the 13,000 missing ECG containers with CCTV footage. Ghanaians demand transparency, accountability and need answers not complaints - Nana Jantuah to Energy Minister John Jinapor.
The Energy Minister is being urged to take action as a winter electricity price spike looms. A newly released briefing to Minister Simon Watts shows supply is tight, and gas needs to be maintained until suitable alternatives are found. It also warns some households and businesses are finding energy unaffordable. Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie told Mike Hosking it's clear we need an energy system backed with coal or natural gas. He says we can't keep relying on the weather and lurching from winter to winter without systemic action. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Things got heated when Mark Levy challenged Shadow Energy Minister Ted O’Brien on his government’s plans for power prices after it was confirmed more increases are on the horizon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are calls today for the Energy Minister to be sacked -- over a power bill hike for millions of Australians. Blades longer than 20-centimetres are being banned in Victoria from September 1st And Leonardo Dicaprio has unleashed on the Albanese GovernmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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There are calls today for the Energy Minister to be sacked -- over a power bill hike for millions of Australians. Blades longer than 20-centimetres are being banned in Victoria from September 1st And Leonardo Dicaprio has unleashed on the Albanese GovernmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply. A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Taranaki was switched on this morning. It will provide 4 petajoules of gas a year, which could power about 146,000 homes annually. Shane Jones says it won't be a silver bullet - but it will help. "So I'm working on various proposals as to how we can accelerate both money into the industry - and genuine economic ability." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply. A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Taranaki was switched on this morning. It will provide 4 petajoules of gas a year, which could power about 146,000 homes annually. Shane Jones says it won't be a silver bullet - but it will help. "So I'm working on various proposals as to how we can accelerate both money into the industry - and genuine economic ability." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For review:1. Iran Supreme Leader Not Interested in Talks with "Bullying" Countries. Iran's Supreme leader has criticized "bullying" countries in an apparent response to US President Donald Trump's letter demanding negotiations over its nuclear program.2. Israel on Sunday prepared to send a delegation to Doha for further talks on the Gaza truce.3. Israel's Energy Minister on Sunday instructed the Israel Electric Corporation to immediately cut off the supply of electricity to the Gaza Strip, in an apparent bid to pile pressure on Hamas, where 24 hostages presumed to be alive, and the bodies of 35 more, are still held.4. Russian Forces Advance in Kursk Region. Russian forces on Sunday recaptured three more settlements in Russia's western Kursk region, the Defence Ministry said (Russian), as part of an operation to evict Ukrainian troops holding chunks of territory seven months after a cross-border incursion.5. Norway will more than double its aid to Ukraine in 2025 to bring the annual total to $7.8 billion, Prime Minister Jonas Store announced Thursday.6. France on Friday began handing over military bases in Senegal, as part of a withdrawal of troops from the west African nation where it has had a presence since 1960. The withdrawal follows the departure of French forces from Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Chad and Ivory Coast in recent years.7. Iran - Russia - China Naval Drills in Indian Ocean. The drills “will begin on Tuesday in the port of Chabahar,” located in southeast Iran on the Gulf of Oman, the Tasnim news agency said, without specifying their duration. Azerbaijan, South Africa, Oman, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Qatar, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Sri Lanka will attend as observers.8. The U.S. military's classified mini-space shuttle- the X-37B- returned to Earth on Friday after circling the world for 434 days. The space plane blasted into orbit from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in December 2023 on a secret mission. Launched by SpaceX, the X-37B vehicle carried no people, just military experiments.
The Energy Minister says new rules for the electricity sector can't come soon enough. The Electricity Authority's proposing changes to give independent power companies the same access to prices and hedge contracts. Simon Watts hopes that will create a more level playing field. Power companies are hiking prices, and Watts told Mike Hosking things could get worse as we head into winter. He says conditions are dry, lake levels are lower than they were this time last year, and we still have a gas shortage. Watts says the situation is acute and he's worried. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steps are being taken to level the energy playing field. The Electricity Authority is proposing new measures to stop the big four electricity companies from giving preferential treatment to their own retail arms. It's working to increase competition - aiming to ultimately give consumers more choices and lower prices. Energy Minister Simon Watts says things need to change. He says prices are too high and are negatively impacting productivity and economic growth. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Associate Energy Minister wants climate advocates to embrace the potential for fewer regulations around Marsden Point. Cabinet is planning to look into options to increase energy security this year. They could include creating special economic zones, which have reduced regulations and increased support around customs and trade. Shane Jones says it could be a significant point for energy transition, and innovation. "What are we actually going to do in New Zealand, other than try and tax cows? What are we actually going to do to enable industry, to enable investors to accelerate the pace of change?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘I WANT AUSTRALIA BACK'WHY MATTHEW CAMENZULI IS TAKING ON CHRIS BOWEN IN MCMAHONCOMMANDING THE NARRATIVE EPISODE 62Steven Tripp is joined by Independent candidate for McMahon, Matthew Camenzuli.Matt returns to Commanding the Narrative to discuss his candidacy for the Western Sydney electorate of McMahon, which is currently held by Climate Change and Energy Minister, Chris ‘Blackout' Bowen. Matt shares his passion for McMahon, which is the electorate he grew up in. Matt explains how the policy directions of Chris Bowen and the Labor Government are hurting everyday Australians and driving up the cost-of-living. Matt also explains how Bowen and Labor have taken the seat for granted and neglected the people of Western Sydney. Matt is not your typical politician and his passion and common-sense approach is on full display in this interview. To volunteer, contact or follow Matthew Camenzuli, visit: https://www.matthewcamenzuli.comhttps://x.com/Matt_Camenzulihttps://www.instagram.com/matt_camenzuli1TO GET YOUR TICKETS TO THE ‘SECURING OUR ENERGY FUTURE SYMPOSIUM', visit:https://nswliberal.org.au/250402b01 To sign up to the Australians for Better Government for FREE, visit: https://www.australiansforbetter.com/joinKEEP UP TO DATE WITH ALL OUR PODCASTS AND ARTICLES, visit:https://www.commandingthenarrative.com SHOW YOUR SUPPORT for Commanding the Narrative by donating – your support is much appreciated! https://www.commandingthenarrative.com/donate https://www.buymeacoffee.com/commandingthenarrativeTO GET YOUR ‘Commanding the Narrative' merchandise, head to:https://xcandidates.tshirts.net.au CONTACT US BY EMAIL:commandingthenarrative@outlook.com steven.tripp@australiansforbetter.com Hosted by:• Steven Tripp - Internationally published political commentatorhttps://x.com/RealStevenTripphttps://www.facebook.com/theRealStevenTripphttps://spectator.com.au/author/steven-tripp Follow Commanding the Narrative on: Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/CommandingTheNarrativeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4GIXhHBogM1McL5EPGP3DTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommandingTheNarrative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commandingthenarrative X: https://x.com/commandthenarraYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@commandingthenarrative Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/commandingthenarrative Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@ExCandidates Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commanding-the-narrative/id1631685864 Please share and spread the word!#AusPol #nswpol #interview #podcast #politics #commentary #narrative #minorparties #libertarian #onenation #uap #liberal #nationals #labor #greens #steventripp #australia #teals #senate #commanding #narrative #CtN #matthewcamenzuli #mcmahon #chrisbowen #costofliving #energycrisis #greystanes #stclair
Jonathan Wilkinson, Energy Minister; Danielle Smith, Alberta Premier; The Front Bench with: Brian Gallant, Lisa Raitt, Tom Mulcair & Robert Benzie.
We're going to watch an old episode of "Webster!" together! You won't believe the similarities between what was going on then (Jan 8, 1981), as compared to what's going on now.Copyright: BC Archives, Credit: Jack Webster and BCTVNote: Bob McClelland, provincial Energy Minister, discusses energy security for British Columbia and the rising price of provincial and federal domestic natural gas. Other topics are the subsidization of natural gas, fuel conversion programs, offshore drilling and LNG. Western Federation Association president Elmer Knudson discusses the benefits of forming a separate, sovereign federation made up of the 4 western provinces and territories, independent from the federal government. The conversation has a natural energy focus.Descriptive Reference Number: AAAA7020Call Number: V1988:25/0589_0590Original Air Date: 1981-01-08
Today, POLITICO Energy reporters Ben Lefebvre and Zack Colman chat with Canadian Energy Minister Jonathan Wilkinson for an extended interview. They discuss the future of the US-Canada energy alliance under the second Trump administration, President Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs on Canada, areas of potential cooperation between the two countries, how Trump's reelection is impacting global climate efforts and more. Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO. Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer. Annie Rees is the managing producer for audio at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Matt Kean is the Chair of the Climate Change Authority in the Australian Government, appointed in 2024 after a distinguished 13-year career in NSW politics. Matt held senior roles including Treasurer and Energy Minister, he led groundbreaking initiatives like the Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap, which boosted renewable energy investment while reducing power bills. Matt was also Deputy Leader of the NSW Liberal Party and Shadow Minister for Health, and was known for his leadership on climate action and economic reform. He now drives innovation and sustainability as Director of Regulatory Affairs at Wollemi Capital, and is a a qualified Chartered Accountant.***Hosted by Vidit Agarwal, Founder of Curiosity Center and The High Flyers Podcast.It's now time to explore your curiosity. If you're keen to discuss sponsorship and partnering with us, email us at vidit@thehighflyerspodcast.com today! -> Find out more about Vanta here and get your compliance superpower for your business today.***CLICK HERE to read show notes from this conversation. Please enjoy!***Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn or TwitterGet in touch with our Founder and Host, Vidit Agarwal directly hereContact us via our website to discuss sponsorship opportunities, recommend future guests or share feedback, we love hearing how to improve! Thank you for rating / reviewing this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, it helps others find us and convince guests to come on the show! ***The High Flyers Podcast re-imagines the traditional notion of a "high flyer" and is a premier product of the Curiosity Center. The podcast showcases the journeys of relatable role models from their sunrise (childhood) to today. Listeners love the unique and direct inside access to these relatable role models, companies and industries in every walk of life to help us all be 1% better everyday, together.180+ guests have joined Vidit Agarwal on the show from around the world including Heads of state, Olympians, Business and cultural leaders, Social Advocates, Investors, Entrepreneurs and more. Past guests include: Anil Sabharwal, Mark Suster, Ahmed Fahour, Holly Ransom, Daniel Petre, Paul Bassat, Simon Holmes a Court, Michael Traill, Osher Gunsberg, Ed Cowan, Carol Schwartz, Wyatt Roy, Jack Zhang, Martijn Wilder, Holly Kramer, Dom Price, Sam Kroonenburg, Mike Schenider and more.The Curiosity Center is your on-demand intelligence hub for knowledge, connections and growth to achieve your potential, everyday. Join 200,000+ Investors, Founders, Decision Makers and Emerging Leaders. Learn with the world's best at www.curiositycenter.xyz***
The minister for energy and resources Lily D'Ambrosio says Victoria has a "healthy reserve" of power with the state set to experience a "low-intensity" heatwave this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Last week the provincial government announced it's signing a new deal with Quebec that will change the face of energy production in Newfoundland and Labrador. The plan is to increase the rate of return this province receives from Churchill Falls power, as well as move ahead on developing Gull Island. To find out what it all means for local electricity production, including from Muskrat Falls and proposed wind farms, we spoke with Andrew Parsons the provincial minister of industry, energy and technology.
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This episode Allen and Phil examine China's move to end its domestic wind turbine price war and its global market implications. They discuss Germany's countermeasures and the complexities of international manufacturing in the U.S. wind industry. Additionally, they highlight an innovative bolt tensioning system featured in PES Wind Magazine, showcasing advancements in wind turbine maintenance technology. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Pardalote Consulting - https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.com Allen Hall: Well, Phil, a Minnesota man has won the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh off with a 2, 400 pound squashy dub. Travis Ginger of Nalvin traveled his gargantuan gourd to the competition in Half Moon Day, California, of course, Phil, not for where you are where it was placed on a massive scale and dubbed the heaviest in the contest. The win marked Giger's fourth top spot win in the Safeway World Championship pumpkin weigh off. And if you're not from the United States, Safeway is a grocery store. It's Really big in California and a couple other places. So a 2, 400 pound squash. Now that's not the most he's ever. grown. And back in 2023, he raised a 2, 700 pound pumpkin named Michael Jordan. Now I don't understand why they have to name these things. That is the mystery to me is why would you have to name a pumpkin or a gourd? It is what it is. And it's just heavy, right? Philip Totaro: I mean, I'm, I'm impressed not only by the, the growing of something that large, but the logistics of getting it from the Midwest out to California. I mean, we talk in the wind energy industry about the logistics around, shipping components and, and things like that all the time. I mean, how the hell do you even truck a 2, 400 pound? And that's, that's gotta be a pretty, that's got, that's a big rig right there, isn't it? It'd be Allen Hall: Travis to start. Moving some blades around. There's been some blades that look like they've been moved like pumpkins, I've seen lately. Yikes. Philip Totaro: Yeah, well, Aion, we did catalog the fact that blade damage was the number one cost impact on, on repairs, so. Maybe this guy can teach the industry a thing or two. Allen Hall: Welcome to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast. I'm your host, Allen Hall, and I'll be joined by my Uptime co host, After these news headlines, France is making waves in offshore wind development, announcing plans to tender for 9. 2 gigawatts of projects in the coming months. This includes two fixed and three floating wind farms to be built off the coast of the Ficon, Brittany, the Gasconia Gulf, and the southern Mediterranean. These installations are part of France's ambitious goal to have 45 gigawatts of offshore wind capacity by 2050. Francis, Energy Minister, emphasized the importance of these projects for the industrial value chain, urging companies to maintain their local presence for turbine manufacturing and installation. Crossing the Atlantic, Hydro Québec and Lyons, de l'Energie de l'Est. has unveiled a plan for a new wind farm in eastern Quebec. The project, which could generate up to one gigawatt, represents a three billion dollar investment in the region and spans over 700 square kilometers. This development also includes First Nations marking a step towards economic reconciliation. The project aligns with Hydro Quebec's strategic shift towards collaborating with communities from the outset. In the United States,
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The Energy Minister says he's focused on making sure Kiwis pay reasonable prices for power. The Government's released its Policy Statement on electricity - outlining the role of the Government and the Electricity Authority. Simeon Brown says their role is ensuring correct market settings - and enabling private investment. He says the Authority's job is driving a more competitive sector that avoids excessive prices. Brown told Francesca Rudkin they don't want the Authority concerning themselves with things they don't need to. “The Electricity Authority needs to ensure that they are focused on competition, affordability and security of supply, and that they're not focused on what type of fuel is actually being used.” LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Entirely avoidable, this is the conclusion of a report into a collapsed pylon that cut power to thousands of Northland businesses causing economic losses of up to 80 million dollars. The much anticipated Electricty Authority report, was ordered by the Energy Minister in the wake of the incident. It also found that the grid operator Transpower had been warned contractor maintenance crews needed more training but it did nothing. Northland reporter Peter de Graaf gauged the reactions from people affected by the outage.
The Energy Minister has been quick to criticise Transpower's conduct that led to the collapse of a Northland power pylon. A new report by the Electricity Authority revealed one of the company's senior engineers had warned crews doing foundation work had knowledge gaps before the pylon toppled in June. Minister Simeon Brown says this failure was 'unacceptable' and 'avoidable'. "Ultimately, Transpower didn't do anything in relation to addressing those concerns in 2021 - and that has led to what happened in Northland in June this year." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Brady and the panel of: Nokha Dakroub, former peel district school board trustee, Caryma Sa'd, lawyer, protest watcher, Kevin Vuong, Independent M-P for Spadina - Fort York, Discuss: 1 - Almost a certainty there won't be an early federal election…..the Bloc Quebecois party confirmed it won't vote with the Poilievre Conservatives in a non-confidence vote 2 - Bay of Quinte provincial by-election tonight - this seat was Todd Smith's the longtime Energy Minister, and for a hot minute, Minister of Education 3 - Parent at TDSB school upset that kids were taken on a “field trip” to the Grassy Narrows protest. Should teachers be disciplined? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shane Jones says "structural change" to the energy sector is definitely on the agenda following the closure of two central North Island mills. Winstone Pulp has confirmed it's closing its two mills near Ohakune, with 230 people set to lose their jobs. Jones says the Government can't control factors like global commodity prices, foreign exchange rates, and global shipping logistics. But the Regional Development and Associate Energy Minister told Mike Hosking the power of large "gentailers" needs to be broken up to make energy prices more competitive. He says the aluminium sector is looking towards importing, there's uncertainty for corn growers, and the country's biggest gas user Methanex has been facing issues. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Energy Minister says the Government will make sure the energy sector is more competitive - and better for customers. Cabinet has agreed to import more Liquefied Natural Gas and fast-track reforms to make it easier to build renewable energy farms in light of sky-high power prices pressuring big industry users. Minister Simeon Brown says more competition and regular reporting will stop companies from price-gouging. "I share Shane Jones's concerns - I share his concerns around excessive prices and the impact that they're having." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Energy Minister says rising power costs are because of low supply. Heavy business users have warned spiking prices threaten their viability - including timber mills facing possible closure. The Electricity Authority and Commerce Commission has been asked to look at whether power companies are price gouging. The Government is also looking to import more liquefied natural gas. Simeon Brown says the last Government's ban on gas exploration was detrimental. "The key thing is that we have a shortage of energy - and that is what is driving this situation." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wholesale power prices on the spot market were more than $900 on Wednesday. Associate energy minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann.
Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones is calling the possibility two mills could close - 'hideous' - with the loss of 300 jobs. Winstone's says ballooning energy bills could force the Ohakune pulp and timber mills to shut. Jones is urging the energy companies to offer these industrial players a deal to keep them going. "My problem is - if they don't start to engage and actually look after New Zealand firms and New Zealand employers, then I fear for the industrialisation." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
B.C's Energy Minister comments on the province's rising demand for power GUEST: Josie Osborne, B.C's Minister of Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation Vancouver Bandits update GUEST: Kyle Julius, General Manager and Head Coach for the Vancouver Bandits Staycation: Brewers' Row in Port Moody GUEST: Geri Mayer-Judson, Show Contributor From The Bear to The Crown: Breaking down Emmy 2024 nominations GUEST: Steve Stebbing, Movie critic. You can find him online at stevestebbing.ca How should Canadians respond to the U.S's fraying democracy? GUEST: Ken McGoogan, author of Shadows of Tyranny Public input sought on future of Stanley Park Drive GUEST: Scott Jensen, Vancouver Park Board Commissioner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Shadow Energy Minister Ted O'Brien joins John to discuss why nuclear is the best option for Australia's energy future and the role of renewables in the years ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A re-jigged grid means most of Northland has power back but the system is fragile with the risk of demand outstripping supply. Northland Chamber of Commerce chief executive Darryn Fisher joins Lisa Owen on Checkpoint.
Thousands of people in Northland spent the day without power yesterday when a tower north of Auckland toppled. Nearly 100,000 people were cut off, in a grid failure that's being described as the worst since Cyclone Gabrielle. Energy Minister Simeon Brown is heading to Te Tai Tokerau on Friday, he spoke to Corin Dann.
Energy Minister Simeon Brown has laid the blame for Friday morning's nationwide warning about power usage squarely with the former Labour Government. Brown spoke to Corin Dann.
Sierra Leone's Energy Minister, Kanja Sesay announced on Friday that he is resigning from the Maada Bio regime because of the alleged failure to pay outstanding debts owed to the Turkish Karpowership contracted to sell electricity to Freetown residents. Kanja Sesay's resignation was later followed by Maada Bio's announcement that the energy ministry has now been placed under his direct supervision as president. These dramatic developments came after the Africanist Press Podcast revealed how political leaders of the All Peoples Congress (APC) and Sierra Leone Peoples Party (SLPP) use shell companies registered and operating out of British Virgin Islands, Mauritius, Zambia, Lebanon, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, and Kenya to impose fictitious debts on Sierra Leone using the promise of providing reliable electricity that is still unavailable to citizens. In this episode, we examine the reported "resignation" of Kanja Sesay, pointing out its relationship to the organized corporate corruption associated with the Western Area Power Generation Project, and how Ernest Bai Koroma and Julius Maada Bio, acting on behalf British companies and American corporations, are responsible for over US$500 million in manufactured electricity debts arising from the Western Area Power Generation Project between 2013 and 2023. Thus, we highlight that Kanja Sesay's "resignation" is part of an organized effort of SLPP and APC politicians to cover-up one of the biggest corruption scandals in Sierra Leone's energy sector involving leading politicians and international financial institutions. This episode is part of the VOICE FROM EXILE commentary series of the Africanist Press.
The Minister for Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku-Prempeh has refuted the suggestion that Ghana has returned to the days of power cuts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ksspod/support
NGI senior editor Chris Lention interviewed Mexico energy expert Rosanety Barrios in the latest NGI podcast. Barrios is the head of the energy team for Mexican presidential candidate Xóchitl Gálvez, who remains behind in polling but is gaining ground on the establishment pick, Claudia Sheinbaum. Topics discussed included Gálvez's plans for the energy sector, focusing on the role of natural gas. They dive into how natural gas pricing plays into energy security, as well as LNG export projects, the future of refineries and the burning of fuel oil. They discuss how Cenagas will be employed in a new government, including open access policies, the transformation of the state companies CFE and Pemex, jump-starting Mexico's natural gas production, and ultimately what Barrios would prioritize if she were to become Mexico's next Energy Minister.
TOP NEWS | On today's Daily Signal Top News, we break down: Members of Congress have yet to elect a new speaker of the House.Israel's energy minister says until the hostages are released, Gaza will not receive any humanitarian aid and all basic resources like food, water, and fuel will be cut off. CEOs call on Harvard University to release the list of names of students who issued a letter supporting Palestine and condemning Israel. The former leader of Hamas calls for Friday to be a day of Jihad.The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the consumer price index, which is a key measure of inflation, rose 0.4% in September.Sen. Bob Menendez faces charges of conspiring to act as an agent of the Egyptian government. Relevant LinksListen to other podcasts from The Daily Signal: https://www.dailysignal.com/podcasts/Get daily conservative news you can trust from our Morning Bell newsletter: DailySignal.com/morningbellsubscription Listen to more Heritage podcasts: https://www.heritage.org/podcastsSign up for The Agenda newsletter — the lowdown on top issues conservatives need to know about each week: https://www.heritage.org/agenda Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.