Tag: Eskom

South Africa has marked an unprecedented 41 consecutive days without load shedding, sparking debates across the nation about the timing as the election approaches. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa addressed these concerns directly, dispelling rumors that the lack of power cuts is linked to the upcoming May 29 elections. Election Speculations Refuted Ministerial Clarifications: Achieving Power […]

JOHANNESBURG, May 2, 2024 — Eskom, South Africa’s main electricity provider, has reported a significant improvement in its operational performance, marking 40 consecutive days without load shedding. This progress comes after the utility ramped up its Generation Operational Recovery Plan, which was initiated in March 2023 amid escalating crisis levels. Key Developments in Eskom’s Recovery […]

CAPE TOWN, May 2, 2024— Eskom, South Africa’s main electricity provider, has made a substantial stride towards resolving the nation’s prolonged energy crisis, achieving an Energy Availability Factor (EAF) of 65.5% on Wednesday, a performance level last seen in 2021. This milestone indicates a significant turn in the battle against load shedding, which has plagued […]

April 30, 2024, Cape Town — Alan Winde, the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) Premier candidate for the Western Cape, today vowed to make the province the first in South Africa to eliminate load shedding. Addressing a gathering at the University of Johannesburg’s School of Public Management, Governance, and Public Policy, Winde presented a robust plan to […]

Johannesburg, April 26, 2024 – Eskom executives forecast a cautiously optimistic outlook for the upcoming winter, anticipating load shedding to be contained primarily within Stage 2. This announcement came during the State of the System and Winter Outlook briefing at Megawatt Park today, shedding light on the energy strategies for the colder months ahead. Strategic […]

Despite a recent stretch of stability, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has issued a warning that load shedding may not be a thing of the past for South Africa. This alert comes amid the longest period without power cuts since 2022, spanning over 28 consecutive days. Current State of Energy During a media briefing about the […]

April 22, 2024, Johannesburg – Eskom’s recent track record of zero load shedding over the past three weeks is evidence of effective strategies being implemented by the power utility and the South African government, explained Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, during Monday’s media briefing on the Energy Action Plan’s progress. Turning […]

Eskom continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary. Accessing Load Shedding Schedules We are pleased to inform you that accessing load shedding schedules tailored to your specific area is now simplified, thanks to Loadshedding.com. How to Access the Schedule: If you’re uncertain about your suburb’s name, kindly refer to Eskom’s […]

Breaking Update Sustained Power Supply Eskom reports that, as of Wednesday, 17 April 2024, the suspension of load shedding will be maintained. Following a commendable 21-day period of uninterrupted power supply, the utility has successfully kept the lights on for a cumulative 535 hours. This milestone, reminiscent of a similar achievement back in June 2022, […]

Debunking Stage 16 Load-Shedding Fears Recent Updates: Technical Briefing Insights: Operational Strategy: Expert Commentary: Practical Measures and Industry Guidance: Public Assurance: Looking Forward: As South Africa navigates its complex energy landscape, Nersa’s clarification on the new load shedding stages provides clarity and reassurance, aiming to temper concerns with a detailed plan for energy security and […]