Eskom Reinstates Stage 3 Load Shedding After ‘Temporary Setback’

After 20 days of uninterrupted power supply, Eskom has announced the return of Stage 3 load shedding, citing what it calls “another temporary setback.”

In a statement released earlier today, the power utility confirmed that load shedding will take effect from 17:30 on February 22 and will remain in place until further notice.

Eskom has not specified the exact cause of the setback but assured the public that an update on the situation will be provided on Sunday, February 23.

#PowerAlert1

Saturday , 22 February 2025:

Following over 20 days of uninterrupted electricity supply, Eskom has encountered another temporary setback.

As a result, Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from today at 17:30 until further notice.

Eskom will give an…

— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) February 22, 2025

AI was used to generate part or all of this content - more information