Author: Load Shedding Reporter

FNB Banks on a Sunnier Future South Africa, are you ready to shine a little brighter? FNB has some electrifying news for those looking to harness the sun’s power. The Big Picture: The government’s Energy Bounce Back (EBB) Loan Guarantee Scheme, previously available only to commercial entities, will soon cater to Mr. and Mrs. Smith […]

Dr. Ramokgopa and the Climate Debate: A Glimpse into Africa’s Green Future Location & Theme: Nairobi, Kenya is currently buzzing with discussions about our planet’s future as the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) kicks off. Taking place from 4-6 September, it centers around a powerful theme: ‘Green Growth and Climate Finance for Africa and the World’. […]

The Pioneering Move: Virtual Wheeling Vodacom has unveiled an innovative plan to join the battle against South Africa’s ever-persistent energy crisis: a virtual wheeling agreement with Eskom. This groundbreaking partnership isn’t just any deal; it claims to be a first in its league. Vodacom sheds light on its ambitions, “In addition to boosting the national […]

Electricity on the Mend Let’s begin with a dash of good news: the country’s electricity scenario is looking up. This tidbit comes straight from the Cabinet’s recent briefing, and the Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, shared her take on it with the media. “Yes, we witnessed an escalation to Stage 4 load shedding in […]

A Breath of Fresh Air Amidst Load Shedding South Africa’s hardworking farmers have had a tough time recently, grappling with the relentless load shedding. But, guess what? They just got handed a gleaming ray of hope—a R1.2 billion Agro-Energy Fund to help them switch to alternative energy sources. Diving into the Details The main catch? […]

Johannesburg – If you’ve been plagued by those pesky blackouts, City Power might just have the tonic for your woes. On August 24, amidst much anticipation, City Power’s top brass gave us a snapshot of the roadmap they’re charting for the city’s energy future. Big Moves, Bigger Numbers And let’s not forget the cherry on […]

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 […]

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 […]

Grab your candles and crank up those generators; South Africa’s load shedding woes continue to darken doorsteps. As we’re on the cusp of commemorating the one-year mark of the “permanent” load shedding saga, 2023 has dished out a bitter surprise – the blackout hours this year alone have surpassed the cumulative total of the previous […]

As the city lights of Johannesburg glow in anticipation of the 15th BRICS Summit in Sandton, Gauteng, an energy-packed meeting took place in Tshwane. President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, put the spotlight on strengthening bilateral ties and bolstering energy cooperation. A Toast to Friendship and Generosity During this pivotal meeting, […]