Tag: Minister of Electricity

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 […]

The withdrawn National State of Disaster on Electricity and its regulations will have no impact on the ongoing work of the Ministry of Electricity, says Minister in the Presidency for Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa. Despite the government’s formal withdrawal of the state of disaster on electricity on Wednesday, the minister assures South Africans that his […]

As an experienced journalist, I understand the importance of keeping a finger on the pulse of the latest news updates to provide readers with accurate and unbiased reporting. One of the most pressing issues in South Africa currently is the phenomenon of load shedding, which has become all too familiar for the country’s citizens. In […]

In a recent announcement, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana informed MPs that he has withdrawn the controversial Eskom exemption from the Public Finance Management Act, at least for the time being. This decision was made to facilitate further discussions with the auditor-general and Eskom’s auditors. Why was the exemption granted in the first place? The exemption, […]

A legal case being heard at the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria involving 19 applicants, including political parties, trade unions, and other entities, could result in a total national blackout, warns former Eskom CEO André de Ruyter. The applicants are fighting to declare load-shedding unconstitutional, with the case unfolding in two parts. Applicants’ Demands: […]

“South Africans rejoice as Eskom introduces revolutionary ‘EnergiLeap’ technology.” Johannesburg, South Africa – April 1, 2023 – South Africa’s leading electricity provider, Eskom, has announced a groundbreaking new solution to the ongoing load shedding crisis: a 25-hour uninterrupted power supply daily! According to the company, this game-changing solution will be made possible through the introduction […]

Quick Action on Energy Crisis: Government’s Electricity State of Disaster Plan As South Africa faces an electricity state of disaster, the government is taking swift action to alleviate the situation. The plan includes: Land Use Authorization and International Assistance To generate energy more efficiently, the government is expediting land use authorizations and seeking international assistance […]

South Africa’s Electricity Crisis: A Plan to Cut Load-shedding Minister in the Presidency responsible for Electricity, Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa, is on a mission to resolve the country’s electricity crisis as quickly as possible. His approach includes visiting power stations, addressing underperformance, and urging South Africans to do their part. Power Station Visits: A Strategy for […]

Load Shedding Paralyzes Over 400 South African Courts Load shedding is causing significant issues for South Africa’s judicial system, with more than 400 courts unable to function when the power goes off. Here’s a breakdown of the situation: Efforts to Address the Problem Minister Lamola has taken several steps to mitigate the impact of load […]