Electricity generation from renewable energy sources in South Africa amounted to **** terawatt hours in 2024. Solar power grew the most due to emission reduction goals, energy diversification, and fuel price volatility. It accounted for the largest share with **** percent of renewable feedstock, followed by wind at **** percent. Meanwhile, bioenergy stagnated, while hydropower decreased over the observed period.
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