What is the total funding target and timeframe outlined in South Africa's new Green Bond Framework?

The framework aims to raise 3.7 trillion rand ($228 billion) over the next decade to mitigate the effects of greenhouse-gas emissions.

Which types of projects are explicitly listed as eligible for financing under the framework?

Eligible projects include hydrogen manufacturing, hydropower, geothermal electricity, bioenergy, electricity transmission, distribution networks for renewable and low-carbon gases, and the development of energy-efficient technologies for industries and households.

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