Eskom’s Future: A Private Sector Collaboration on the Horizon?

In a recent media session discussing South Africa’s Energy Action Plan, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa highlighted the pressing need for collaboration between the government and the private sector to fortify Eskom’s transmission capabilities. Tapping Into Private Reserves Amid challenges, Minister Ramokgopa emphasized the potential benefits of involving the private sector in the expansion endeavors. He […]

From Floodwaters to Power Lines: The Electricity Struggle in Western Cape

Pretoria – In a press briefing earlier this week, Electricity Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa provided insights into the Western Cape power situation following the province’s devastating floods. Of the 82,000 residents affected, a mere 15,000 still await reconnection. Briefing Rescheduled Although these briefings typically occupy weekends, the recent public holiday led to its shift to […]

Eskom’s Load-Shedding Update: What to Expect This Week

The nation’s leading power utility, Eskom, just released its load-shedding blueprint for the upcoming days. The breakdown: Eskom cites equipment breakdowns causing a 15,984MW drop in generation capacity. On a brighter note, they’ve hinted at reviving six generation units by tomorrow. Moreover, Eskom’s showing compassion amidst adversity, halting load-shedding in flood-hit coastal regions for now. […]

Eskom Jumps to Stage 3 Load Shedding

Eskom delivers unfortunate news: stage 3 load shedding returns, with no specified end in sight. The cause? Three major generating units went offline within the last day. Making matters worse, Eskom revealed, “We’ve been unable to replenish our reserves.” Despite initial hopes of keeping lights on during the long weekend, disruptions will begin at 20h00 […]

Eskom’s Friday Load-shedding Update

Eskom has released its load-shedding plans for Friday, and the news is clear: the power cuts continue. Key Points: A Glimpse at the Past Week: Note: Eskom pledges an update soon on the load-shedding outlook for the extended weekend. As of this morning, breakdowns were reported at 13,501MW. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules We are pleased […]

Eskom’s Power Challenge: The Transmission and Generation Equation

September 21, 2023 Energy Transmission: South Africa’s New Battleground Electricity Minister, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, expressed deep concern over the country’s frequent power outages, terming load shedding as a significant economic hurdle that the government is determinedly addressing. “It’s a structural constraint to the economy… indispensable to the resolution of the economic question in the country,” […]

Eskom’s Adaptive Approach: An Ever-Changing Load Shedding Landscape

Latest News:Eskom, South Africa’s primary power utility, announced a continuation in its suspension of load shedding on Thursday, thanks to enhanced generation capabilities. Snapshot: The Schedule You Need to Know: A Fresh Tactic:Eskom seems to be testing new waters this week, shifting from its routine schedules. Instead, they’re adopting a day-to-day assessment approach, moulded by […]

In Defense of Diesel: The R30 Billion Question at Eskom

Diesel Dilemma:Amidst heightened debates, Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa stands firm on the allocation of R30 billion for diesel to alleviate escalating load-shedding stages at Eskom. Backdrop: Comparative Analysis: Rippling Consequences: The Bigger Picture:Pondering the colossal R30 billion, Ramokgopa posed a rhetorical scenario, “When you compute R30bn, you ask the question, can I burn R30bn […]