Author: Load Shedding Reporter

In a significant move towards energy stability, the Kusile Power Station witnessed the triumphant return of its Unit 4. A Megawatt Makeover: Unit 4, after a meticulous 20-day maintenance hiatus, is now back in the game, pumping an impressive 800 megawatts back into the grid. This not only compensates for the power that was held […]

Given recent developments and the public’s need for clarity, here’s a succinct breakdown of Eskom’s load-shedding timetable for the upcoming week: Eskom urges consumers to stay informed through official channels and to make necessary preparations based on the above schedule. AI was used to generate part or all of this content – more information

As South Africans, we’ve come to expect certain challenges during load shedding – dim lights, cold dinners, and disrupted routines. But there’s another unexpected casualty to Eskom’s power outages: our connectivity. Beneath the Surface of Signal Disruptions Eskom’s persistent load shedding is far-reaching. Beyond the immediate inconveniences, there are long-term repercussions, especially when considering the […]

As winter’s cold grip tightens, South Africans are finding themselves in a chillingly familiar scenario. Eskom, the national power supplier, has a clear message: the load-shedding woes aren’t over. Brace for Darker Nights Eskom recently turned up the alarm, signaling the potential for even more severe stages of load-shedding. This request arises while residents are […]

Unexpected Setbacks for Eskom In a surprising turn of events, four additional units at Eskom have faltered, ushering in the continuance of stage 5 load shedding this Tuesday. A Peek into Today’s Scenario: Despite initial projections aiming to keep the load shedding flux between stages 2 to 4 for this week, unforeseen generation losses on […]

Surprising Shift in Schedule Well, things took a swift turn! Not 24 hours after Eskom presented its weekly game plan, the power giant finds itself in a pickle. Instead of the expected back-and-forth between stages 2, 3, and 4 of load shedding, Eskom dropped the bombshell: Stage 4 load shedding is here to stay, starting […]

The Kusile Conundrum In the heart of Witbank, Mpumalanga, lies a multi-billion rand mammoth: the Kusile power station. With a robust 3,200MW capacity, this coal-fired behemoth has been pegged as the game-changer to curtail escalating load shedding. However, last October, the stakes heightened when a section of the flue-gas desulphurisation (FGD) duct at Kusile Unit […]

Deputy President’s Pledge Deputy President Paul Mashatile is hopeful. Addressing the Parliamentary Press Gallery Association recently, he confidently stated, “We want to put [load shedding] behind us next year.” With South Africa grappling with the dark specter of load shedding, this commitment brings a glint of hope. But will 2024 truly be the end of […]

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 […]