Month: November 2023

In a landmark shift for South Africa’s energy sector, Eskom’s longstanding monopoly is being dismantled as private entities spearhead the nation’s electricity generation, says nuclear engineer Hugo Kruger of Truth and Energy. This revelation accompanies Eskom’s latest financial disclosure, indicating a net loss surge to R23.9 billion, up from R11.9 billion in the previous year. […]

Johannesburg – South Africans will have to prepare for a week of fluctuating power cuts as Eskom implements a dynamic load shedding schedule in response to ongoing generation capacity challenges. Starting this evening, Eskom has confirmed that Stage 1 load shedding will be in place until the early hours of Monday. The utility will then […]

Johannesburg – In a welcome development for weary South Africans, Eskom has signaled a hiatus from load shedding throughout the upcoming weekend. The power utility attributes this temporary reprieve to an expected dip in electricity demand and the availability of adequate emergency reserves. The respite from power cuts is slated to begin early Saturday morning, […]

Worcester, Western Cape — In an ambitious move to combat persistent load shedding, Eskom’s newly launched Hex Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Worcester could herald a new dawn for South Africa’s energy woes, according to Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan. A Beacon of Innovation: Eskom’s Leap Forward: Economic and Social Upsurge: For the People, […]

Johannesburg — In a significant policy shift, South Africa’s power giant Eskom is revising the rules of the game for Independent Power Producers (IPPs) to expedite the onboarding of new generation capacity, with an eye on bolstering the country’s ailing grid. New Grid Access Rules Unveiled: Progress and Backlog Clearance: Clarifications and Criteria: Understanding the […]

Johannesburg — South Africa’s power utility Eskom has openly acknowledged a grim reality in its latest report: the company is struggling more than ever to fulfill its core mandate of providing a consistent electricity supply, laying bare the stark deficiencies within its operations. Eskom’s Troubled Year: A Glimpse into Eskom’s Future: Eskom’s Recovery Plan: The […]

Gauteng’s New Load Shedding Framework: Eskom has rolled out a new set of load shedding schedules for the province of Gauteng, in a significant operational update effective from the start of this week. Key Highlights: City Power Takes Charge: Comprehensive List of Affected Areas: Residents in these areas can find their specific load shedding schedules […]

Load Shedding Update: This Week’s Load Shedding Pattern: Analyst Insight: Eskom assures the public of improved generating capacity and is committed to providing updates on the power situation as they evolve. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules We are pleased to inform you that accessing load shedding schedules tailored to your specific area is now simplified, thanks […]

Power Cuts Schedule: Operational Update: Eskom’s Action Plan: Demand and Conservation: Stay tuned for more updates and remember to plan around the load shedding schedule to minimize inconvenience. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules We are pleased to inform you that accessing load shedding schedules tailored to your specific area is now simplified, thanks to Loadshedding.com. How […]

Navigating Headwinds: Dis-Chem’s Financials Take a Hit Dis-Chem, the prominent pharmacy retailer, has navigated through what can be described as a challenging financial period. With shoppers tightening their belts, the company witnessed a 17% plummet in profits for the six-month phase ending on August 31, 2023. Despite a revenue boost of 9.4%, increasing to a […]