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 <Headline>Siemens in solidarity with South Africa in its fight against the
COVID-19 pandemic</Headline>
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 <LI>Siemens
commits R500 000.00 to the Solidarity Response Fund to aid in the fight
against coronavirus in South Africa</LI>
 <LI>Siemens Plays
a part in helping to ‘flatten the curve’ of Coronavirus</LI>
 <LI>Siemens
commits to manufacturing 20 000 face masks to help communities in need</LI>
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 <IntroText>Siemens
has made a commitment of R500 000.00 to support the government in
alleviating the impact of the Coronavirus in South Africa.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          This
donation was made through the Solidarity Response Fund, which is an independently administered fund that
allows individuals, companies and
members of the international community to make tax-deductible donations that
will help in the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         Sabine
Dall’Omo, Siemens CEO for Southern and Eastern Africa says, “Siemens has a
long-standing commitment to South Africa. Now, is a crucial time for companies
to evaluate their place in society and make a difference, no matter how small.
Our contribution to the Solidarity Response Fund cements Siemens’ promise to
improving the lives of South Africans.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Furthermore, Siemens has partnered with Legae
Larona, a 100% black, female-owned enterprise based in Alexandra township, to
manufacture 20 000
face masks that will be distributed to communities in need. This forms part of the company’s Enterprise
and Supplier Development, for women and social contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      “Townships, such as Alexandra in
Johannesburg are quite confined,
this makes citizens in those communities more susceptible to the disease as it
has a greater chance of spreading at a much faster pace,” says Sabine
Dall’Omo.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
She
adds, “working alongside the South
African government to not only assist in taking care of our most vulnerable
communities, but to ultimately contribute to the fight against this virus and
the betterment of the country is imperative in these trying times.”                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sabine Dall’Omo echoes President
Cyril Ramaphosa and says that everyone has a responsibility during this time,
she urges everyone in the country to play their part in helping to ‘flatten the
curve’ by staying at home.

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South Africa integrates local KACO new energy organisation after global
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new energy is one of the leading manufacturers of energy-related power
electronics.</LI>
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further strengthens its competence in decentralized energy. </LI>
 <LI>KACO new energy South Africa has been
integrated into Siemens Smart Infrastructure. </LI>
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 <IntroText>KACO new energy GmbH is a leading
manufacturer of power electronics in the energy sector, since the global
acquisition of the string inverter business Siemens South Africa has fully
integrated the local organisation.

The South African KACO business was previously headquartered
in Hyde Park, Johannesburg and has since been relocated and integrated into Siemens
Smart Infrastructure based in Midrand, where it has become part of the Distribution
Systems Business Unit.                                                                                                                                                                                         
 The newly acquired business is active in more than nine countries with local
sales and service companies and has more than 350 employees globally. KACO new energy’s
product line covers the full power range, from inverter units designed for a
family home, commercial buildings and infrastructures to complete systems for
solar parks producing megawatts of electricity. The company puts special
emphasis on the fastest growing segments of string inverters for solar and
storage applications, up to 1500V and using the latest semi-conductors. KACO new
energy has developed the next generation inverter technology based on silicon
carbide (SiC), which leads to best-in-class power density and superior thermal
behaviour for installation in demanding environments.

“We are delighted to be integrating KACO new energy
into our Smart Infrastructure Operating Company. With this acquisition we’re in
a stronger position to succeed in technology that supports the energy and
mobility transition.” Sabine Dall’Omo – Siemens CEO for Southern and Eastern
Africa.

Distributed energy, renewable energy sources and eMobility are playing an
increasingly important role in the South African energy value chain, requiring
increasing intelligence via an open and flexible ecosystem of technology,
solutions and services. Siemens is supporting its customers and the society in
reaching their ambitious goals for climate protection. With the complementary
power electronics portfolio of KACO new energy, Siemens is strengthening its
technological leadership in the high-growth fields of decentralized energy
systems and is providing corresponding benefits to customers.                                                                       
 “The combined capabilities, technology know-how
and solutions between KACO new energy and Siemens will ensure that we bring
better value to our existing and prospective customers. Our proficiency in
electrification and buildings will also enable us to thrive in the market and
continue to expand in the areas of decentralized energy, renewables, storage
and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.” Sabine Dall’Omo - Siemens CEO for
Southern and Eastern Africa.</IntroText>
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 <Headline>Siemens supports Ghana’s
transformation trajectory  </Headline>
 <Summary>
 <UL>
 <LI>Addressing energy and
infrastructure challenges in Ghana</LI>
 <LI>Ensuring job creation and
skills development of youth in Ghana</LI>
 <LI>Supporting Ghana’s goal of sustainable
industrialization</LI>
 </UL>
 </Summary>
 <IntroText>Siemens has signed
a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Republic of Ghana to address the
country’s energy and infrastructure challenges, while contributing to the
Governments growth and development agenda of creating high quality jobs and
enhancing the vocational skills of Ghana’s youth.</IntroText>
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Tipping The Scales Of Africa’s Manufacturing Industry Through Data

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Diversifying and fast-tracking South Africa's energy revolution

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Siemens in solidarity with South Africa in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic

Siemens commits R500 000.00 to the Solidarity Response Fund to aid in the fight against coronavirus in South Africa
Siemens Plays a part in helping to ‘flatten the curve’ of Coronavirus
Siemens commits to manufacturing 20 000 face masks to help communities in need

Press Release26 February 2020

Siemens South Africa integrates local KACO new energy organisation after global acquisition

KACO new energy is one of the leading manufacturers of energy-related power electronics.
Siemens further strengthens its competence in decentralized energy.
KACO new energy South Africa has been integrated into Siemens Smart Infrastructure.

Press Release15 January 2020

Siemens supports Ghana’s transformation trajectory

Addressing energy and infrastructure challenges in Ghana
Ensuring job creation and skills development of youth in Ghana
Supporting Ghana’s goal of sustainable industrialization

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