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

In a week marred by the flickering lights and grumbles of Stage 5 and 6 power cuts, there’s a beacon of hope for South Africans. Here’s the rundown: Under the Hood – What’s Up with the Power? Mokwena’s earnest plea to the public was clear, “Switch off non-essential appliances. Especially between 17:00 and 21:00. It […]

Eskom, South Africa’s dominant power player, seems to have caught a break. Here’s what’s happening: Looking Ahead: For now, Eskom seems to have steadied the ship. But be warned – their recent system review suggests some turbulent waters in the coming year. AI was used to generate part or all of this content – more […]

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 […]

#LoadsheddingUpdate Tuesday, 12 September 2023: The anticipated return to service of a generating unit each at Kendal, Matla and Matimba power stations has been delayed, necessitating the continuous implementation of #Stage6 loadshedding until further notice. Eskom will publish another update should any significant changes occur. Insights from the Electricity Minister: At Sunday’s press briefing, Minister […]

Escalating to Stages 5 & 6 Brace yourselves as load shedding gets a notch tighter this week. Today’s Snapshot – 12th September 2023: Pattern Until Friday: Status of Units: Waiting for more? Eskom says to keep an eye out. “Another update will follow if there are significant twists,” they promise. AI was used to generate […]

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 […]

Load Shedding Takes a Step Up South Africans, brace yourselves for another jolt in your power routines. Eskom, the nation’s key power supplier, recently announced that they’re ratcheting up load shedding to stage 5. Starting on Monday (11 September) from 22h00, this move is all in a bid to replenish the diminishing storage dam levels […]

The Electrifying Atmosphere South Africa is buzzing. The Rugby World Cup 2023 is the hot topic everywhere you go. Packed stadiums, adrenaline-filled yards, and TVs flickering with intensity. However, there’s a looming threat every South African dreads amidst the roaring ruckus – the abrupt silence of load shedding. EcoFlow: A Beacon Amidst Blackouts Enter the […]