Key Market Indicators
South African coal production is projected to decline to approximately 5.1 exajoules by 2028, down from about 5.3 exajoules in 2023. This represents an annual decrease of 0.6%, according to the compound annual growth rate (CAGR). The nation's coal supply has been on a downward trajectory for decades, with a yearly decline averaging 2.6% since 1986. This trend underscores the challenges facing the coal industry in South Africa as it grapples with shifting energy demands and environmental concerns.
