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Since January, Eskom has replaced 400 transformers across South Africa damaged by network overloading due to electricity theft. As winter sets in, the increased demand for electricity exacerbates this issue. Electricity Theft and Network Overloading Eskom has identified several types of electricity theft contributing to network overloading: “Overloaded transformers as a result of electricity theft […]

As of November 24, 2024, many of South Africa’s 11.64 million prepaid electricity meters may stop functioning if they don’t receive a critical update in time. The urgency stems from a technical limit known as the TID Rollover event, which affects meters using Standard Transfer Specifications-compliant (STS) technology. Critical Deadline for Prepaid Meters Effective November […]

As Eskom celebrates 75 days without load-shedding, the longest stretch since December 2021 to February 2022, a deeper crisis looms. While the national power utility has significantly improved its generation capabilities, keeping breakdowns at bay and enhancing energy availability, it faces a critical issue: profitability. Eskom’s Financial Woes Despite the improved operational performance, Eskom is […]

City Power has announced stringent measures to reduce electricity consumption across Johannesburg. The measures come as the city’s power usage hits critical levels, threatening the stability of the grid. This announcement coincides with South Africa’s record 72 days without load-shedding, a feat last achieved between December 2021 and February 2022. Ripple Relay Systems and Illegal […]

Friday, 07 June 2024: Eskom has confirmed that load shedding remains suspended for the 72nd consecutive day, reflecting significant strides in the reliability of its generation fleet. Key Developments and Performance Highlights Extended Suspension Generation Operational Recovery Plan Winter Forecast and Performance Key Performance Highlights Strategic Utilisation of Open-Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs) Preventing Network Overloading […]

City Power has alerted residents in several Johannesburg suburbs about the possibility of simultaneous load reduction and load shedding if electricity usage remains high during the winter months. Warning Issued by City Power City Power has cautioned that high electricity consumption in certain areas could destabilize the grid, especially during the peak winter demand. High-Usage […]

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved the new National Free Basic Electricity (NFBE) rate for 2024, which will take effect next month. What is the NFBE Rate? Purpose of Free Basic Electricity According to Nersa, free basic electricity is intended to provide essential electricity services to qualifying households. Funding and Distribution […]

Tuesday, 28 May 2024 Eskom has addressed a misleading social media post falsely claiming imminent load shedding. The utility dismissed the report as factually incorrect, attributing it to a politically motivated attempt to mislead the public just before the 7th General Elections. Eskom’s Steady Progress Reduced Diesel Usage Defying Critics Eskom’s recent performance has defied […]

Fixing Eskom’s Issues In a recent statement, Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa highlighted an unexpected problem arising from Eskom’s recent success. While South Africa has enjoyed over 50 days without load shedding, fixing Eskom’s generation issues has led to new engineering challenges. New Engineering Problems The surplus electricity is causing new issues for Eskom. Engagement with […]

Eskom’s Milestone Achievement On Friday, May 17, 2024, Eskom announced that load shedding remains suspended for 51 consecutive days, a notable achievement reflecting the steady improvement in the reliability of its generation fleet. This period of stability is the longest since the stretch from December 5, 2021, to February 2, 2022. Generation Operational Recovery Plan […]