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25 September 2026

Trading as a pillar of electricity market reform

South Africa’s electricity market is evolving rapidly. Yet the role of electricity traders, what they do and why they exist, is still widely misunderstood. Nico de Bruyn, CEO of Apollo Africa, explains how traders unlock investment, widen market access and keep businesses competitive.

By Nico de Bruyn, Chief Executive Officer

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