What? The recently announced division of responsibilities between two newly established departments within South Africa’s Cabinet leads to new concerns, especially in relation to the country’s developing gas sector. Why? One of major concerns is the potential for mixed signals on key issues from the heads of different departments. What next? An integrated energy plan is essential as the foundation for other energy planning efforts. There is also a need for focused attention on immediate challenges, such as securing short-term gas supplies. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has clarified…