Natural gas is the lifeblood of South Africa’s industrial heartland, powering key sectors like petrochemicals, steel, and food processing and supporting countless jobs. Currently, the nation almost exclusively relies on a single, diminishing source in Mozambique. This precarious situation presents a looming ‘gas cliff’ – a sharp supply drop with severe consequences for energy security and industrial stability, potentially jeopardising over 50,000 livelihoods. Beyond its economic significance, natural gas is also viewed as a critical transition fuel, offering a pathway to lower emissions and helping South Africa meet its ambitious net-zero targets under the Paris Agreement. The urgency to find alternative gas sources is paramount to safeguard both the economy and climate goals.
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