Tag: Eskom

As the weekend approaches, there’s more on our plate than just planning brunches and lazing around. Eskom, the national power utility, has some important updates for all of us. The Weekend Load Shedding Schedule Eskom’s latest communication flags the return of load shedding this weekend. To recap from their Monday’s #PowerAlert: Friday, 25 August 2023: […]

In an era where load shedding often darkens Johannesburg streets, City Power’s latest announcement promises a glimmer of hope for the city’s residents. A pivot from the age-old Eskom-centric model is in the works, as they’ve now secured deals with independent power producers (IPPs). Here’s what we know: City Power’s Bold Play City Power is […]

Powering Ahead:In a transformative move, Johannesburg, South Africa’s heartbeat, has initiated a landmark power pact. By engaging with private producers, the city aims to source a significant 92 MW of electricity, providing a buffer against Eskom’s notorious blackouts. Initiative’s Genesis:A joint venture between the local administration and Johannesburg’s utility frontrunner, City Power, led to last […]

Eskom’s Financial Crisis:Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa pulled no punches during the recent BRICS Summit in Sandton, revealing a daunting figure. For Eskom to robustly expand and bolster South Africa’s teetering power grid, a whopping sum of over R200 billion is on the cards. The Scale and Speed Challenge:Not new to the airwaves, Ramokgopa reiterated a […]

Grab your candles and crank up those generators; South Africa’s load shedding woes continue to darken doorsteps. As we’re on the cusp of commemorating the one-year mark of the “permanent” load shedding saga, 2023 has dished out a bitter surprise – the blackout hours this year alone have surpassed the cumulative total of the previous […]

As the city lights of Johannesburg glow in anticipation of the 15th BRICS Summit in Sandton, Gauteng, an energy-packed meeting took place in Tshwane. President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Chinese counterpart, President Xi Jinping, put the spotlight on strengthening bilateral ties and bolstering energy cooperation. A Toast to Friendship and Generosity During this pivotal meeting, […]

Amidst an era of energy transformation, Minister of Minerals and Energy, Gwede Mantashe, emphasizes a fresh perspective on South Africa’s energy landscape. A Push for Power Station Upgrades Mantashe is driving a narrative of fortifying operational power stations. Contrary to decommissioning them, he proposes amplifying their capacities in tandem with the construction of new ones. […]

It felt like a fleeting holiday morning when Eskom halted its load-shedding at 11:30 this Monday, 21 August 2023. But let’s dive into the details behind this short break and what comes next. Why the Sudden Break? Eskom cited two reasons: But wait, before you let out that breath, the pause is set to last […]

In a twist that had many South Africans sighing in relief, Eskom pulled the plug on load shedding – but only for a while. Here’s the lowdown: A Breather from Blackouts: Eskom announced a temporary halt to load shedding on Monday, attributing it to an “improved generation system and a full recovery in emergency generation […]

Electricity behemoth, Eskom, is on the cusp of launching a groundbreaking solution. Meet “virtual wheeling,” the game-changer poised to amplify our electricity supply and likely decrease those pesky bills. Understanding “Virtual Wheeling” Let’s break it down. Virtual wheeling is set to grant industrial and commercial bigwigs – already part of Eskom and municipal circuits – […]