The data on fossil fuel energy consumption in South Africa indicates a consistent, albeit slight, year-on-year decrease in consumption over the observed period from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the value stood at 86.69 units of total energy consumption. Over the last two years, the year-on-year variation was -0.011%, representing a steady decline. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years was -0.011%, showing a gradual reduction in fossil fuel consumption.

Forecast data up to 2028 projects a continued decline at a similar pace, with a forecast 5-year CAGR of -0.01% and a forecasted 5-year growth rate of -0.04%. This suggests that the trend of decreasing fossil fuel consumption is expected to persist.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of renewable energy integration and policy changes on fossil fuel demand.
Technological advancements in energy efficiency and their influence on consumption patterns.
Global economic factors and their potential to accelerate or decelerate the decline in fossil fuel usage.