Year: 2023

It’s not sunshine and rainbows for South Africa’s retailers as they brace themselves for what could be some of their toughest months yet. The Numbers Speak June 2023 saw retail sales volumes dip by 0.9% year-on-year, according to Stats SA. A slight sigh of relief, perhaps, since the 1.6% drop in May (originally thought to […]

The grid’s feeling the heat, and Koeberg’s Unit 1 isn’t helping much. Remember that promise of the power unit whirring back to life by mid-2023? We’re going to need a bit more patience. Longer Wait Times After taking a sabbatical since December 2022, everyone was eagerly waiting for Koeberg Nuclear Power Station’s Unit 1 to […]

As the summer sun shines bright, South Africa’s power giant, Eskom, has a tightrope to walk. Balancing increased planned maintenance without flipping the switch to more load shedding isn’t a beach vacation. The Maintenance vs Load Shedding Tug-of-War After a chat with some of the brightest minds in energy, one thing’s clear: Eskom’s game plan […]

The world of portable power stations has a clear frontrunner: the EcoFlow Delta. As a beacon of reliability during unexpected power shortages, blackouts, or even evacuations, this is a device that stands out for its unrivaled performance and safety features, particularly for households with children. When I ventured into the market, the EcoFlow Delta’s reputation […]

Introduction:Meet the EcoFlow River 2 Max: a paragon in the 500W portable power station realm. This gem is jam-packed with features, including 500W AC outlets, a swift 660W mains charging, dual-direction 100W USB power delivery output and input, all complemented by its robust 512Wh LiFePO4 (LFP) battery. All this wrapped up in an elegantly designed, […]

Introducing the EcoFlow River 2: a perfect blend of utility, innovation, and design in the realm of portable power stations. This device is not only your companion for outdoor adventures but also your dependable ally during unexpected power outages. As an established brand in the portable power industry, EcoFlow’s dedication to providing top-tier products has […]

As we gear up for another power-restricted week, Eskom lays out its schedule and there’s news from the corridors of power regarding the nation’s energy crisis. Shedding Schedule For those hoping for relief, brace yourselves. Eskom has stated that full-day load shedding is in the forecast for the entire week. The drill is pretty straightforward. […]

In light of recent concerns, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa stood his ground on the whopping R9 billion expense allocated towards diesel consumption. This, he explained, was crucial to ensure uninterrupted power amidst load shedding sessions. Burning Diesel, But Still Within Limits According to Ramokgopa, the cost might be monumental but remains under budget. The drive […]

In a Sunday briefing, Electricity Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, shared a promising update about Eskom’s energy trajectory. The national energy supplier, plagued by issues in the past, now shows a noticeable uptick in its energy generation capacity. From 28,000 MW to 29,000 MW: The Climb Continues This past week alone, Eskom’s energy generation jumped from […]

Power Updates at a Glance: Behind the Outages: Eskom’s had a challenging time with a staggering 21,000MW of power offline. Digging deeper: In a brief respite, Eskom noted, “Over the past 24 hours, a generating unit at Arnot and two generating units at Matla power stations were returned to service.” But it wasn’t all good […]