Load Shedding

KEY POINTS Eskom says South Africa has entered 2026 with its most stable and resilient power system in at least five years, a development that is helping sustain economic activity …

KEY POINTS Eskom says that South Africans shouldn’t expect load shedding after a transmission problem caused a temporary drop in power output at the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station. The utility …

Eskom reliability strengthens with 119 days of uninterrupted power supply, signaling structural improvements but warning of risks from illegal connections

KEY POINTS As South Africa navigates the coldest stretch of winter, Eskom has managed to maintain grid stability and avoid load shedding for more than two consecutive months. This marks …

South Africa’s state-owned power utility, Eskom, has announced that it will reduce the intensity of load shedding from stage 6 to stage 5 on Sunday from noon. This comes after …

South Africa’s draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2023 has been met with mixed reactions from various stakeholders, who question its credibility, feasibility, and alignment with the country’s long-term goals. The …

South Africa’s state-owned electricity provider Eskom is heading for its seventh consecutive full-year loss as the country grapples with frequent power cuts and rising debt. The utility posted a 1.62 …

South Africa has received the first batch of energy equipment donated by China to help the country cope with the ongoing power crisis. The donation is part of a technical …

In a decisive move against persistent load shedding, the Western Cape government unveiled an innovative electricity wheeling toolkit on Tuesday, aiming to bolster energy independence from Eskom for local municipalities. …

South Africa, the continent’s biggest greenhouse gas emitter, has announced plans to increase its renewable energy capacity by 10 gigawatts (GW) to address its chronic power shortages. President Cyril Ramaphosa …