President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted Africa's potential in green hydrogen at the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit in Cape Town. He emphasized the continent's advantage of abundant renewable resources and the ability to decarbonize heavy industries while driving economic growth. South Africa's strategic advantages, such as ideal weather conditions for solar and wind power, position it well for developing the hydrogen value chain. However, challenges such as prohibitive costs and slow implementation have been evident. Projects in Namibia have shown progress, outpacing South Africa in green hydrogen production. Despite ambitious plans and investments, the reality of green hydrogen projects in South Africa and globally is complex. High capital intensity, financing costs, and competition with traditional energy sources pose significant barriers. The steel industry's transition to green steel using green hydrogen faces challenges, with only a fraction of announced projects being realized. Cost competitiveness remains a key issue, requiring further reductions in renewable electricity costs and appropriate carbon pricing. The journey towards realizing Africa's green hydrogen potential involves addressing these challenges to unlock the benefits of sustainable energy production and economic development.