This decision is irrational and absurd – Brian Molefe took voluntary early retirement from Eskom in the interests of ‘good governance’, and there should be no circumstances under which the utility would consider reinstating him as CEO.
This decision clearly indicates how far down this dark pathway we have already gone, when instead of taking the opportunity to find a progressive and responsible CEO, Molefe is first offered a pay-out of R30M and then, when this is deemed excessive, reinstated to run one of the most important entities in the country: our electricity provider.
In the face of the impacts of climate change, and rising poverty and inequality, this country needs Eskom to show good governance and strong leadership, by leading the way to a new energy future based on accountability, transparency and a better future for all. Brian Molefe is not the man for this job, and all South Africans should oppose his re-appointment. We also believe serious questions need to be asked about the ability of the board to oversee Eskom’s operations.”
Contact:
Greenpeace Africa: [email protected], 081 464 9726
350Africa.org: [email protected], 076 562 4895
African Climate Reality Project: [email protected], 072 722 5630
Life After Coal Campaign organisations (Centre for Environmental Rights, Earthlife Africa Jhb and groundWork):
Centre for Environmental Rights: [email protected], 082 467 1295
Earthlife Africa: [email protected], 082 682 9177
groundWork: [email protected], 082 464 1383