Month: April 2023

Off-the-grid homes are commanding a premium in the South African property market, with buyers willing to pay up to 20% more for residential properties that have solar power and other off-grid features. This comes amid the ongoing issue of load shedding in the country, prompting an increasing number of potential buyers to seek out properties […]

Load shedding has become a persistent problem in South Africa, causing power outages that can last for hours at a time. While the economic and social impacts of load shedding have been well-documented, there is growing concern about the impact that it is having on the health of South Africans. The impact of load shedding […]

If you reside in South Africa, one of the never-ending battles you face is loadshedding. Eskom, the state-owned power utility company, regularly rolls out load shedding across the country. The solution is simple – having a backup power solution to mitigate the impact of power outages. Thankfully, there are various solutions out there to help […]

South Africa’s energy crisis has been a pressing issue for years, with many solutions being considered to address the country’s electricity shortages. However, one potential solution that is often overlooked is the role that foreign investors could play in helping to alleviate the crisis and reduce Eskom’s debt. Recently, there has been an uptick in […]

Eskom Shocks Nation by Suspending Load Shedding Eskom made a surprise announcement last Saturday, suspending load shedding between 11h00 and 17h00, with plans to revert back to Stage 3 load shedding at 17h00. According to Eskom, the suspension was due to a decrease in electricity demand. Eskom had previously warned that load shedding would continue […]

As South Africa continues to face energy challenges such as load shedding and lack of access to electricity in certain areas, many communities are taking matters into their own hands by exploring the potential of community energy initiatives. These initiatives involve communities coming together to generate and distribute energy through renewable sources such as solar, […]

South Africa is facing a daunting task – overcoming an energy crisis while also transitioning to a green economy. The country’s reliance on coal-fired power plants and other carbon-intensive industries has not only contributed to the ongoing energy crisis but has also had significant impacts on the environment, public health, and overall sustainability. As a […]

The Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has raised concerns about the difficult choices that must be made by the Cabinet regarding trade-offs between meeting climate goals and ensuring energy security in South Africa. The country committed to an ambitious nationally determined contribution (NDC) at COP26, which involves reducing carbon emissions to combat global warming. Meeting […]

The Easter weekend is a time for people to come together and celebrate with family and friends. It’s a time when we can take a break from our hectic lives and enjoy some downtime. Unfortunately, in South Africa, this year’s Easter weekend comes with the added stress of load shedding. For those who don’t know, […]

Load shedding – a term that has become all too familiar to South Africans in recent years. The frequent power cuts, often lasting for hours at a time, have become a daily reality for households and businesses across the country. While load shedding is a necessary measure to prevent a total collapse of the electricity […]