Coal is by far the most common source for electricity production in South Africa. In 2022, the fossil fuel accounted for 84.44 percent of total electricity generation. Solar thermal and solar photovoltaic generation made up the second largest share, but by a wide margin at 4.24 percent.
Distribution of electricity generation in South Africa in 2022, by source
Figures were rounded and therefore may not sum up to 100.
Solar includes both solar thermal and solar photovoltaic generation.
Other fossil includes oil and petroleum products generation, as well as manufactured gases.
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