Energy Market Dominance Eskom’s substantial control over approximately 95% of South Africa’s electricity and its position as the 11th largest power utility globally presents significant opportunities for suppliers of power generation equipment, grid infrastructure, and energy management solutions targeting large-scale utilities.
Digital & Asset Optimization Eskom’s investment in advanced technology stacks such as Oracle Middleware, VMware, and JavaScript, along with ongoing asset refurbishment and digitization initiatives, creates demand for IT solutions, predictive maintenance tools, and digital transformation services to enhance operational efficiency.
Sustainability & Electrification The company's recent move to electrify its fleet with electric vehicles and its focus on cost optimization and revenue enhancement indicate potential procurement opportunities for clean energy technologies, EV charging infrastructure, and sustainability consulting services.
Financial & Strategic Growth Eskom’s focus on addressing municipal debt issues for unbundling, along with strategic involvement in nuclear development and project lifecycle management through its enterprise division, opens pathways for financial services, project finance, and strategic consulting firms to support its expansion plans.
Regional & Global Engagement Participation in international forums such as the Bloomberg Africa Business Summit and G20 Investment Forum signals Eskom’s openness to partnerships and investments, creating opportunities for global suppliers, strategic investors, and technology providers to collaborate on Africa-focused energy projects.