Tag: South Africa

Load shedding, the deliberate shutdown of electric power in parts or sections of a power distribution system to avoid the failure of the entire system when the demand strains the capacity of the system, has become a common occurrence in South Africa in recent years. The country has been grappling with power outages due to […]

In a recent blog post by Hanno Labuschagne from MyBroadband, it was reported that driving an electric vehicle (EV) like a Tesla from Cape Town to Johannesburg is indeed possible, even amidst continuous load-shedding in South Africa. Two engineers, Hilton Musk and Nick Bailey, both working at Rubicon E-mobility, took on this challenge and successfully […]

South African businesses are facing unprecedented challenges due to the relentless power outages sweeping the nation. With the economy slowing down, consumers have less money to spend, resulting in decreased sales for companies. The financial statements and trading updates of JSE-listed companies reveal the massive amounts spent on diesel and the countless hours lost due […]

South Africa Seeks International Help to Tackle Load Shedding Crisis Newly appointed South African electricity minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, is exploring international partnerships to address the country’s ongoing energy crisis. In an interview with the Sunday Times, Ramokgopa mentioned reaching out to other countries to learn from their experiences in overcoming energy challenges. Collaborating with Global […]

Brace Yourselves: South Africa’s Electricity Crisis May Worsen, Warns New Minister South Africa’s recently appointed electricity minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has issued a stark warning about the country’s escalating power crisis. With electricity outages already at a record high, the situation could deteriorate even further as winter approaches and demand rises. In an interview at Bloomberg’s […]

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 […]

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, […]