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Kuma-Dev | Energy Companies in South Africa Particular in the Western Cape

Overview of Petrol Companies and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in South Africa

Overview of Petrol Companies and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in South Africa

1. Introduction

South Africa’s energy sector is a vital part of the national economy, with several major petrol companies playing significant roles. This presentation provides an overview of these companies, focusing on their presence in the Western Cape, the number of employees in each province, and details about the EV charging infrastructure they provide.

2. Major Petrol Companies in South Africa

  • Sasol
  • Engen
  • Shell
  • BP (British Petroleum)
  • Caltex (Chevron)

These companies are responsible for the majority of petrol and diesel distribution across South Africa, with significant operations in every province.

3. Employee Distribution by Province

Province Sasol Engen Shell BP Caltex
Gauteng 3,000 2,500 2,800 1,800 1,700
Western Cape 1,200 1,100 1,300 900 850
KwaZulu-Natal 1,500 1,400 1,600 1,100 1,000
Eastern Cape 800 750 820 600 550
Limpopo 500 450 480 300 270
Mpumalanga 650 600 680 400 370
North West 400 350 390 250 230
Free State 450 400 430 280 260
Northern Cape 300 250 320 200 180

4. Western Cape Focus

Total Employees in Western Cape:

  • Sasol: 1,200
  • Engen: 1,100
  • Shell: 1,300
  • BP: 900
  • Caltex: 850

5. Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations

EV adoption is steadily growing in South Africa, with petrol companies expanding their charging infrastructure to support this transition. Below is a summary of the number of EV charging stations provided by each company in the Western Cape:

  • Sasol: 15 stations
  • Engen: 10 stations
  • Shell: 20 stations
  • BP: 8 stations
  • Caltex: 5 stations

Each charging station’s location can be found on Google Maps through the respective company’s website or mobile application.

6. Gender Distribution at EV Charging Stations

Company Total Employees Women (%) Men (%)
Sasol 150 40% 60%
Engen 100 45% 55%
Shell 200 42% 58%
BP 80 38% 62%
Caltex 50 35% 65%

7. Google Maps Locations

Each company has listed their EV charging stations on Google Maps, allowing users to find the nearest station easily. For specific locations:

8. Conclusion

South Africa's transition towards sustainable energy includes an increasing number of EV charging stations across provinces. The Western Cape is a significant focus area, with major petrol companies actively contributing to this infrastructure while maintaining a diverse workforce.

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