During the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Minister of Electricity and Energy Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa expressed Africa's commitment to leading the global green hydrogen revolution. President Ramaphosa highlighted the continent's renewable energy potential and described hydrogen as a transformative force for economic growth and climate resilience. He emphasized Africa's abundance of renewable resources such as solar irradiance, wind, and hydropower. Minister Ramokgopa stressed that the energy transition is crucial for inclusive growth and combating trade discrimination. It was noted that green hydrogen projects have the potential to create between 20,000 to 30,000 direct and indirect jobs in South Africa by 2040. The summit was seen as a significant step towards establishing a new export industry for African countries.