Eskom’s winter 2025 plan: Stable grid, fewer outages, and no stage 5 blackouts in sight
Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane outlines the utility's winter outlook for 2025, highlighting improvements in operational performance and the potential for rolling blackouts if demand increases.
Eskom halts load shedding as generation capacity recovers
Eskom has announced the suspension of load shedding following a recovery of 2015MW in generation capacity, while ongoing maintenance aims to prepare for increased winter demand.
Eskom suspends loadshedding after power recovery
Eskom eases South Africans' fears by confirming no load shedding is necessary, following a recovery in generation capacity and a decline in electricity demand.
Eskom implements Stage 2 load shedding from 4pm to Friday 5am
Eskom's Stage 2 load shedding kicks in as electricity demand surges, prompting urgent calls for conservation amidst a deepening energy crisis.
Environmentalists raise alarms over fossil fuel development along the Southern Cape
As Earth Month unfolds, South Africa faces a critical environmental challenge with rising concerns over fossil fuel development in the Outeniqua Basin. The Green Connection and Natural Justice have lodged formal objections against oil and gas surveys, highlighting the potential for catastrophic ecological damage.
New compulsory smart meters to improve electricity services in Cape Town
Cape Town's new compulsory smart meters promise accurate readings and energy savings for residents, despite past concerns over costs.
DFFE grants limited exemptions to Eskom’s application to skirt pollution regulations
The DFFE has granted Eskom limited exemptions from pollution regulations for eight coal-fired power stations, balancing energy security with environmental concerns.
Eskom boosts grid with 800MW as Kusile power station's final unit comes online
Eskom has successfully added Unit 6 of Kusile Power Station to the national grid.
City apologises for ongoing power outages amid maintenance efforts
The City apologises for the inconvenience caused by ongoing power outages due to theft and vandalism, while critical maintenance efforts are underway.