Eskom’s Struggle with Declining Performance Metrics

Eskom Faces Critical Performance Hurdles In a concerning trend for South Africa’s electricity supply, Eskom’s Energy Availability Factor (EAF) has dipped to a new low of 50.84% in February, indicating a performance setback and a missed target set for March 2024. Key Points: Analysis and Implications: Maintenance vs. Availability: Government’s Strategy: Continued Concerns: Despite Eskom’s […]

Eskom Scales Back to Stage 2 Load Shedding

A Brighter Outlook for Power Supply Eskom has announced a welcome shift in its load management strategy, moving to stage 2 load shedding from 10:00 AM on Friday (16 February), thanks to the restoration of additional generating units and the bolstering of emergency reserves. This adjustment marks a significant easing from the stage 6 outages […]

Eskom Downgrades to Continuous Stage 3 Load Shedding

Eskom has declared a consistent stage 3 load shedding schedule indefinitely, following efforts to boost its emergency reserves. Key Points: Current Power Status: Eskom’s Assurance: In this latest turn of events, Eskom’s decision to maintain stage 3 load shedding highlights a strategic approach to managing limited power resources amidst ongoing challenges. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules […]

Eskom Escalates to Stage 4

In an unexpected turn of events, Eskom announced an escalation to stage 4 load-shedding early Friday morning, February 9, 2024, due to essential repairs on two generating units. Key Updates: In Light of Recent Promises: Despite the President’s reassurances, Eskom’s latest move to stage 4 load-shedding underscores the ongoing challenges in stabilizing South Africa’s power […]

Eskom Eases Load Shedding to Stage 1 Midweek

Power Update: February 7, 2024 Eskom brings a slight reprieve to power cuts, announcing a reduction to Stage 1 load shedding starting Wednesday at 10am. Key Highlights: Eskom’s efforts to stabilize the grid offer temporary relief, emphasizing ongoing challenges in managing South Africa’s electricity demand. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules We are pleased to inform you […]