Year: 2023

Eskom’s Recent Bulletin: Tuesday, 29 August 2023: Due to the loss of 3 generation units last night, loadshedding will be increased to Stage 2 from 05:00 until 16:00 today. Eskom will publish another update this afternoon. Mastering the Load Shedding Challenge: A Pro’s Guide While load shedding can fray our nerves, proactive measures make all […]

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Load-shedding isn’t taking a summer break, folks. At a recent press briefing, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa shared his insights on the looming power challenges and what’s being done about them. Planned Outages: A Necessary Evil? Eskom’s relentless outages might be a pain, but they’re here for a good reason. As we venture into the warm […]

Eskom’s latest: Brace yourself for all-day load shedding this week. But how and when? Let’s break it down. Today’s Drill: “Eskom will publish another update should any significant changes occur.” Quick Peek at the Week: Gear up, plan smart, and let’s navigate the load shedding maze together. Keep checking in for updates and stay powered. […]

In a surprising turn, Eskom gave South Africans a bit of relief today, August 27th, by pushing the pause button on load shedding – and this isn’t the first time this weekend. A Weekend WinFor those keeping track, this is round two of Eskom’s blackout breaks this weekend. Earlier today, the power giant halted load […]

Eskom’s Recent Bulletin “Good news for those enjoying their Saturday morning brew. Load shedding took a little break today, hitting the pause button at 12:50 PM. But, brace yourselves – it’s set to resume at 16:00. We’ll be diving into Stage 3 darkness till 05:00 on Sunday morning, then switching gears to Stage 1 till […]

As the weekend approaches, there’s more on our plate than just planning brunches and lazing around. Eskom, the national power utility, has some important updates for all of us. The Weekend Load Shedding Schedule Eskom’s latest communication flags the return of load shedding this weekend. To recap from their Monday’s #PowerAlert: Friday, 25 August 2023: […]

In an era where load shedding often darkens Johannesburg streets, City Power’s latest announcement promises a glimmer of hope for the city’s residents. A pivot from the age-old Eskom-centric model is in the works, as they’ve now secured deals with independent power producers (IPPs). Here’s what we know: City Power’s Bold Play City Power is […]

Powering Ahead:In a transformative move, Johannesburg, South Africa’s heartbeat, has initiated a landmark power pact. By engaging with private producers, the city aims to source a significant 92 MW of electricity, providing a buffer against Eskom’s notorious blackouts. Initiative’s Genesis:A joint venture between the local administration and Johannesburg’s utility frontrunner, City Power, led to last […]

Eskom’s Financial Crisis:Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa pulled no punches during the recent BRICS Summit in Sandton, revealing a daunting figure. For Eskom to robustly expand and bolster South Africa’s teetering power grid, a whopping sum of over R200 billion is on the cards. The Scale and Speed Challenge:Not new to the airwaves, Ramokgopa reiterated a […]