Category: News

Minister’s Assurance: No Power Cuts Beyond Stage 6 Newly appointed Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, calms South African citizens’ fears regarding escalating power cuts this winter. Here’s what you need to know: Kusile Power Station Visit During his visit to the Kusile power station in Mpumalanga, Ramokgopa emphasized: Technical Problems, Not Corruption According to Ramokgopa, […]

Adapting to Load Shedding: South Africans Turn to Power Solutions As load shedding continues with no resolution in sight, South Africans are actively seeking ways to cope with these ongoing power disruptions. Takealot, a popular online retailer, has observed a significant increase in sales for load shedding mitigation products, including rechargeable light bulbs and petrol […]

Load-Shedding Update: Stages 2 and 1 Scheduled for the Weekend Eskom has provided an update on load-shedding for the upcoming weekend. Here’s what you need to know: Weekend Schedule at a Glance: Current Power Utility Status: Recent Developments: Ongoing Issues: Eskom has expressed gratitude to all South Africans for their continued efforts in using electricity […]

The Western Cape government has an ambitious plan to install solar panel systems at 100 schools across the province. This initiative is a response to the ongoing energy crisis and Eskom blackouts in the region. In a recent online media conference, officials outlined their strategy and announced plans from the City of Cape Town. Solar […]

Load shedding is back on the schedule after just one day of relief, rotating between stages 2 and 3 until further notice. In this article, we’ll explore the current state of South Africa’s energy crisis, the government’s response, and the ongoing efforts to put an end to load shedding. A Brief Respite from Rolling Blackouts […]

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa speaks out on the future of load-shedding As South Africans brace themselves for potential Stage 8 load-shedding this winter, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has a more optimistic outlook. During a recent visit to the troubled Kusile power station, Ramokgopa addressed the media and shared his thoughts on the country’s energy situation. […]

Civil society organisation #StandUpSA rose to fight for justice in the energy sector. They knew that millions of their fellow citizens struggled to afford basic necessities due to the high cost of electricity. A stagnant local economy and widespread unemployment only added to their burden. The Turning Point: Tariff Adjustment Today, #StandUpSA noticed a significant […]

Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is confident that the country’s load shedding problems will be resolved, expressing his dedication to fixing the electricity issues at the heart of the matter. United Against Load Shedding “We are in this together; the problems with load shedding will be resolved,” Ramokgopa assured. He believes that collaboration between the government, Eskom, […]

The ongoing load shedding crisis is hitting thousands of township taverns and pubs hard, as customers avoid establishments that can’t offer cold beer, light, and music. Oupa Mthombeni, president of the Concerned Tshwane Liquor Traders Association, has spoken out about the issue, highlighting the following challenges facing these businesses: A Cry for Help from the […]

South Africa’s power utility, Eskom, is in a race against time to increase its energy output in order to avoid unprecedented load shedding during the colder months. As winter approaches, South Africans brace for the possibility of facing severe load shedding, with Eskom’s coal fleet struggling to reach above 50% output. Load Shedding: An Unwanted […]