Month: September 2023

The Big Picture Moody’s Investors Service, in a much-anticipated move, has elevated Eskom’s credit rating. A significant relief, no doubt, but with it comes an array of observations and concerns. A Closer Look at the Upgrade What Fueled the Upgrade? Conditions and Expectations Concerns and Challenges Ahead The Road Ahead: Predictions and Warnings The Silver […]

Behind the Blackouts As South Africa navigates the murky waters of Stage 6 load shedding, Electricity Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa pulls back the curtain, spotlighting Eskom’s maintenance shortcomings as the central culprit. Why the Power Outages? Eskom’s Efforts and Challenges While South Africa remains in the dark, both literally and figuratively, with the current Stage […]

A Return to Power Woes South Africa found itself once again facing the intensity of Stage 6 load shedding. At the heart of the matter? Eskom’s challenges with its maintenance schedule and a sudden loss of two critical generation units. The Maintenance Dilemma Short-Term Strain for Long-Term Gain Seasonal Insights: From Winter to Summer Surprisingly, […]

“Stage 6 Load Shedding will be implemented from 05:00 on Tuesday until further notice.” Eskom’s recent announcement has left many on edge. The power utility shared that they’re cranking up load shedding to stage 6 – and it’s not just for a day or two. Key Points: Stay tuned, as Eskom promises further updates on […]

FNB Banks on a Sunnier Future South Africa, are you ready to shine a little brighter? FNB has some electrifying news for those looking to harness the sun’s power. The Big Picture: The government’s Energy Bounce Back (EBB) Loan Guarantee Scheme, previously available only to commercial entities, will soon cater to Mr. and Mrs. Smith […]

Dr. Ramokgopa and the Climate Debate: A Glimpse into Africa’s Green Future Location & Theme: Nairobi, Kenya is currently buzzing with discussions about our planet’s future as the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) kicks off. Taking place from 4-6 September, it centers around a powerful theme: ‘Green Growth and Climate Finance for Africa and the World’. […]

Eskom’s Recent Move: Eskom has raised the alarm, revealing a shift to stage 5 load-shedding for Sunday evening through the wee hours of Monday. Brace yourself, folks, because this isn’t a short stint. Eskom’s official word on this? “Stage 5 load-shedding will be implemented from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Monday,” they stated on a […]

Eskom’s Recent Bulletin: Saturday, 02 September 2023: Following the loss of an additional 4 generating units today and the requirement to replenish emergency reserves, Stage 4 loadshedding will be maintained until 16:00 on Sunday (previously communicated Stage 2 loadshedding). Eskom will publish a further update tomorrow afternoon. Mastering the Load Shedding Challenge: A Pro’s Guide […]

The Pioneering Move: Virtual Wheeling Vodacom has unveiled an innovative plan to join the battle against South Africa’s ever-persistent energy crisis: a virtual wheeling agreement with Eskom. This groundbreaking partnership isn’t just any deal; it claims to be a first in its league. Vodacom sheds light on its ambitions, “In addition to boosting the national […]