Hon Ngonyama, yes, indeed, Sasol still has the Public Investment Corporation as one of its major shareholders. But as you know, it also plays in the international space and it is now expanding to North America. They are making a huge investment there and we hope that they will continue to contribute to the Treasury through taxes and dividends.
Scientists tell us that we should follow the American example of extracting shale gas and that it would be a game changer in terms of our economy. Environmentalists who are concerned about the pristine condition of the Karoo are telling us that we may be inviting the wrath of the gods and cosmos if we did that. These are ongoing debates.
The Department of Mineral Resources is the lead Ministry in terms of examining the prospects of harvesting shale gas economically. We are told that it would indeed impact very positively on our economy and make energy cheaper and more affordable.