Tag: Load Shedding

Hello, dear readers! Today, we’ll be discussing the Western Cape’s preparedness for a potential total blackout due to the ongoing issues with state power utility Eskom. Although the probability of a complete grid collapse remains low, the provincial government has taken the necessary steps to ensure the safety of its citizens in case of a […]

And here’s the response we received: To address load shedding effectively, South Africa, its government, and Eskom need to work together on a comprehensive strategy that addresses short-term and long-term solutions. Some key areas to focus on include: By working together and focusing on these areas, South Africa can effectively address load shedding and build […]

In a recent announcement, South Africa’s energy regulator, the National Energy Regulator of SA (Nersa), confirmed that the proposed 18.65% tariff increase would go ahead, despite President Cyril Ramaphosa’s plea for reconsideration. The news comes as a disappointment to many South Africans struggling with ongoing load shedding and rising electricity costs. Breaking Down the Tariff […]

As South Africa continues to experience record power outages, businesses are increasingly preparing for the potential collapse of the country’s electricity grid, despite government assurances that such an event will not occur. Mining and telecommunications companies, retailers, and private hospitals are investing millions in batteries, solar panels, and generators to safeguard their operations as the […]

As load shedding continues to wreak havoc on South Africa’s infrastructure, tertiary institutions are among the hardest hit, incurring high costs to keep the lights on. Universities have had to fork out millions of rands on diesel to run generators, as they struggle to cope with power outages that have become a regular feature in […]

Energy experts are warning that 2023 may be the worst year on record for power outages in South Africa. This could have a significant impact on businesses, consumers, and food production prices. A report from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research shows that last year was the worst year for load shedding in the […]

Eskom granted exemption to speed up Kusile Power Station’s return to service, but at a cost to the environment The South African government has granted Eskom, the country’s power utility, an exemption to speed up the return to service of the Kusile Power Station. The exemption was granted by Barbara Creecy, the Minister of Forestry, […]

As our country faces high stages of load shedding, there’s a lot of buzz about Eskom’s plans to prepare for schedules beyond Stage 8. Don’t worry, though; Eskom has taken steps to reassure us that a country-wide blackout isn’t in the cards. On Sunday, we enjoyed a brief respite from the escalating load shedding stages […]

Load shedding has become a daily reality for many households in South Africa, especially those in the middle-class bracket who earn over R10,000 per month. According to a survey conducted by BrandMapp, almost two-thirds of middle-class households spend less than R2,000 a month on electricity. However, when it comes to mitigation costs for load shedding, […]

Are South African companies prepared for a national blackout? As South Africa has been experiencing rolling blackouts and high stages of load shedding this year, concerns are growing about the possibility of a total national blackout. To mitigate this risk, the JSE and other listed companies have indicated that they are working on contingency plans […]