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Eskom plunges SA into Stage 2 loadshedding
Eskom has implemented Stage 2 loadshedding due to high electricity demand, unplanned outages, and extensive planned maintenance.
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South Africa finally has a masterplan for a renewable energy industry: here’s what it says
The masterplan has been drawn up so that it aligns with South Africa’s existing national target of adding 3–5 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity each year to 2030.
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New data shows Eskom is struggling to contain unplanned breakdowns
Energy analyst Chris Yelland warns that Eskom’s unplanned breakdowns remain dangerously high, risking more loadshedding despite earlier improvements.
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Eskom introduces new incentives for homes with solar power
Eskom has made it easier and cheaper for homes with rooftop solar to register and feed electricity back into the grid.
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New Eskom tariffs go into effect today: Here’s how many units you get for R100
Eskom’s new electricity prices kick in today with a 12.74% hike—here’s what it means and how far R100 will take you.
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Forestry dept gives Eskom green light to bypass emissions standards
Eskom has been granted emissions exemptions for eight coal power stations, allowing more time to comply with environmental regulations.
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Eskom loadshedding schedule: Live updates for March 2025
Eskom confirms loadshedding remains suspended but experts warn that challenges may still arise in March.
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Eskom warns of imminent loadshedding: Here’s what you must know
Eskom has issued a warning about a high risk of loadshedding after six generation units broke down, just hours after celebrating Kusile Unit 6’s return to the grid.
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Eskom achieves crucial milestone in ending loadshedding
According to Eskom’s statement, Kusile Power Station—now operational with all six units—will contribute 4,800MW to the grid once fully functional.
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Eskom implements Stage 2 loadshedding: Here are the latest updates
Eskom has announced Stage 2 loadshedding due to generation unit failures. Here’s what this means for consumers.
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Taxpayers set to carry burden of Eskom debt with tariff hikes and new Bill
NERSA has approved a 12.74% electricity price increase for Eskom direct customers from April 2025, alongside a revised Eskom Debt Relief Amendment Bill to manage the utility’s financial burden.
Crime
Michael Lomas: Accused Eskom fraudster bail set to be determined today
The Johannesburg High Court will decide today whether former businessman Michael Lomas, accused in Eskom’s Kusile corruption case, will be granted bail.
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Eskom suspends loadshedding as concerns grow about Koeberg Unit 2
Eskom has suspended loadshedding after recovering 3,000MW of power, but concerns remain about Koeberg Unit 2’s prolonged outage.
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Stage 3 loadshedding is in effect: Here’s what we know
Eskom has implemented Stage 3 loadshedding from 14:00 on Friday, 7 March, until Monday, 10 March, at 05:00 due to a loss of 2700MW over the past 14 hours.
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Eskom CEO after Stage 6 blackouts: ‘Loadshedding is largely behind us’
Eskom suspends loadshedding after recovering power generation capacity, but concerns remain over whether blackouts are truly a thing of the past.
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Eskom loadshedding schedule: Live updates for February 2025
Eskom’s power grid remains highly unstable in February 2025, despite recent claims of improved performance and extended periods without loadshedding.
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Eskom issues update on loadshedding outlook for this week
Eskom explains the cause of Stage 6 loadshedding and outlines an optimistic forecast, with plans to exit power cuts by the end of the week.
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Eskom escalates loadshedding to Stage 6 – Here’s what it means
Eskom has escalated loadshedding to Stage 6 after major power station breakdowns.
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Eskom implements Stage 3 loadshedding as power grid suffers heavy breakdowns
Eskom has implemented Stage 3 loadshedding after weeks of stable power.
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Eskom bolsters staggering power grid with return of Kusile Unit 3
Eskom has reconnected Kusile Unit 3 to the grid, stabilising electricity supply after recent loadshedding, but future power cuts remain a possibility.
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Eskom suspends loadshedding on Sunday: Here’s the latest
Eskom has suspended loadshedding as of Sunday morning after replenishing emergency reserves. However, no details have been provided on whether power cuts will return next week. Here’s the latest on the situation.
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Loadshedding situation report for Saturday, 1 February 2025
Eskom has indicated that it will reassess the situation on Sunday, and will announce whether loadshedding will continue into next week or if a lower stage will be implemented.
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Eskom warns SA to expect Stage 4 loadshedding at short notice this weekend
Eskom has warned that Stage 4 loadshedding may return this weekend due to major unit failures and depleted reserves.
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Eskom uncovers illicit ring operating internally in sale of illegal prepaid electricity tokens
Eskom has uncovered an internal fraud ring selling illegal prepaid electricity tokens, as revealed in its FY2024 performance report.
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Eskom confirms loadshedding is highly likely this weekend
Eskom CEO Dan Morakane has confirmed that South Africa is at high risk of loadshedding this weekend after two major unit failures.
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NERSA approves Eskom tariff hike : Here’s what it means for SA electricity prices
NERSA has approved a 12.74% electricity tariff increase for 2025, with further hikes of 5.36% in 2026 and 6.19% in 2027
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Eskom on course to achieve 300 days of zero loadshedding
Eskom’s stable grid reaches new heights as South Africa nears 300 days of zero loadshedding. Here’s what this means for winter.
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Eskom loadshedding schedule: Live updates for January 2025
South Africa’s power system faces a critical test in January 2025, with loadshedding concerns looming despite Eskom’s recent operational gains.
Lifestyle
Eskom power update for the week starting Monday, 23 December 2024
Loadshedding remains highly unlikely this week as Eskom’s Energy Availability Factor (EAF) averaged 57.4% over the past week and 62.54% year-to-date.
Cape Town Buzz
City of Cape Town power update for Monday, 23 December 2024
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Monday.
