BERA Act amendments to boost transmission investment

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Amendments to the Botswana Energy Regulatory Authority Act are due in Parliament next month which will, amongst others, recognise independent transmission providers and introduce power trading.

Speaking at the National Business Conference in Francistown earlier today, BERA CEO, Never Tshabang, said the amendments are due to be discussed in the upcoming November sitting of Parliament.

The recognition of independent transmission providers comes as the country’s boosts its electricity generation, with various projects either ongoing or planned around the country.

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