Tag: Energy crisis

If you reside in South Africa, one of the never-ending battles you face is loadshedding. Eskom, the state-owned power utility company, regularly rolls out load shedding across the country. The solution is simple – having a backup power solution to mitigate the impact of power outages. Thankfully, there are various solutions out there to help […]

Eskom Shocks Nation by Suspending Load Shedding Eskom made a surprise announcement last Saturday, suspending load shedding between 11h00 and 17h00, with plans to revert back to Stage 3 load shedding at 17h00. According to Eskom, the suspension was due to a decrease in electricity demand. Eskom had previously warned that load shedding would continue […]

As South Africa continues to face energy challenges such as load shedding and lack of access to electricity in certain areas, many communities are taking matters into their own hands by exploring the potential of community energy initiatives. These initiatives involve communities coming together to generate and distribute energy through renewable sources such as solar, […]

South Africa is facing a daunting task – overcoming an energy crisis while also transitioning to a green economy. The country’s reliance on coal-fired power plants and other carbon-intensive industries has not only contributed to the ongoing energy crisis but has also had significant impacts on the environment, public health, and overall sustainability. As a […]

The Minister of Electricity Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has raised concerns about the difficult choices that must be made by the Cabinet regarding trade-offs between meeting climate goals and ensuring energy security in South Africa. The country committed to an ambitious nationally determined contribution (NDC) at COP26, which involves reducing carbon emissions to combat global warming. Meeting […]

The Easter weekend is a time for people to come together and celebrate with family and friends. It’s a time when we can take a break from our hectic lives and enjoy some downtime. Unfortunately, in South Africa, this year’s Easter weekend comes with the added stress of load shedding. For those who don’t know, […]

Load shedding – a term that has become all too familiar to South Africans in recent years. The frequent power cuts, often lasting for hours at a time, have become a daily reality for households and businesses across the country. While load shedding is a necessary measure to prevent a total collapse of the electricity […]

Load-shedding has been a major issue for South Africans over the years. The unpredictable blackouts can disrupt businesses, cause traffic havoc and force many households to light candles and endure the discomfort of being without power. However, hope is on the horizon with the recent revelations by South Africa’s Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. During […]

South Africa’s energy crisis has been a topic of debate for years, with frequent power cuts and blackouts disrupting the lives of millions of citizens, damaging the economy and undermining investor confidence. Many factors have been blamed for the crisis, including poor management, inadequate investment, and an ageing infrastructure. However, one factor that has received […]

South Africa could face a stage 10 load-shedding crisis this winter if Eskom’s power generation capacity doesn’t improve, warns Electricity Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa. In a recent briefing, the minister explained that Eskom’s energy availability factor (EAF) averages at 53%, resulting in a significant gap between generation capacity and demand, with the power utility expecting a […]