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Eskom's power system stabilisation: What it means for your long weekend

Eskom has restored 3,320MW of capacity, stabilising the power system just in time for the long weekend, while urging the public to take proactive measures to prevent overloads and outages.

News South Africa
Xolile Mtembu|Published

'Break Eskom's monopoly' | Free Market Foundation's blueprint to end SA's energy crisis

As Eskom sinks deeper into crisis with mounting debt and aging infrastructure, the Free Market Foundation presents a radical solution: complete privatisation. Nicholas Woode-Smith argues that breaking up Eskom's monopoly would distribute responsibility, drive efficiency through competition, and finally end load shedding permanently.

News Politics
Hope Ntanzi|Published

Minister Ramokgopa unveils R440 billion plan for South Africa's energy transformation

Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing South Africa's energy crisis through private sector involvement in transmission infrastructure development, promising to unlock significant renewable energy capacity.

The Star News
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Minister Ramokgopa unveils R440 billion plan for South Africa's energy transformation

Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing South Africa's energy crisis through private sector involvement in transmission infrastructure development, promising to unlock significant renewable energy capacity.

Cape Argus News
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Ramokgopa's R440 billion plan to transform South Africa's energy grid with private investment

Electricity Minister Ramokgopa has unveiled a R440 billion plan to involve private sector investors in developing South Africa's energy transmission infrastructure. The initiative aims to unlock over 3,000 megawatts of stranded renewable energy capacity by building 14,000 km of new transmission lines, addressing a critical bottleneck in the country's power system.

Business
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Eskom’s unexpected load shedding sparks concerns over energy reliability

Energy experts analyse the recent Stage 2 load shedding by Eskom, highlighting the causes and potential solutions to ensure system reliability.

The Star News
Yogashen Pillay|Published

Eskom’s unexpected load shedding sparks concerns over energy reliability

Energy experts analyse the recent Stage 2 load shedding by Eskom, highlighting the causes and potential solutions to ensure system reliability.

Business Report Economy
Yogashen Pillay|Published

The economic toll of load shedding | South Africa's R2. 8 trillion crisis

Discover how South Africa's load shedding crisis cost the economy R2. 8 trillion in 2023, while promising signs of recovery emerge through increased private sector solar generation.

Weekend Argus News
Banele Ginindza|Published

South Africa's load shedding crisis costs economy R2. 8 trillion in 2023

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research reveals devastating economic impact of load shedding in 2023, while electricity prices continue to rise above renewable energy costs. New report shows promising signs of recovery through private sector solar generation

Business Report
Banele Ginindza|Published

Eskom's achievements in power stability overshadowed by corruption issues

Eskom has announced the suspension of load shedding for 336 consecutive days, reporting significant diesel savings of R16. 76 billion, yet these achievements are overshadowed by alarming allegations of corruption and mismanagement that raise serious questions about accountability within the state-owned power utility

Sunday Independent News
Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Koeberg Nuclear Power Station shutdowns spark concerns over transparency

Eskom's Koeberg shutdowns raise urgent concerns over nuclear safety, prompting calls for transparency from experts and the public.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Eskom restores power generation at Koeberg Unit 2 amid energy crisis

Eskom marks a significant milestone with the return of Koeberg Unit 2, enhancing South Africa's energy security following an unexpected outage

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Service Delivery in Crisis | Residents feel like second-class citizens

Explore the struggles of South Africans facing inadequate water and electricity services, as residents share their personal stories of hardship and call for change.

News South Africa Gauteng
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

Service Delivery in Crisis | How South Africans are adapting with innovative solutions

South Africans are finding innovative ways to tackle challenges like load shedding and water shortages, showcasing their resilience and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.

News South Africa
Se-Anne Rall|Published

'There should not be load shedding in the first place': Minister Ramokgopa apologises over power cuts

Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa and power utility Eskom have apologised to South African communities after implementing load shedding once again.

News South Africa
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Eskom announces Stage 3 load-shedding: what you need to know

Eskom announces the implementation of Stage 3 load-shedding due to significant power supply loss, outlining their recovery plans and commitment to improving energy availability.

The Post News
Post Reporter|Published

President Ramaphosa: Johannesburg's infrastructure crisis threatens national economy

President Cyril Ramaphosa expresses deep concern over Johannesburg's deterioration, describing his emotional journey through his darkened hometown of Chiawelo, while warning that the city's infrastructure crisis threatens South Africa's economic stability.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

Crisis talks: President Cyril Ramaphosa leads Cabinet intervention in Gauteng's service delivery meltdown

President Ramaphosa and his full Cabinet will conduct a two-day intensive review of Gauteng's critical infrastructure crisis, addressing widespread service delivery failures from water shortages to pothole-riddled roads in an unprecedented governmental intervention.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela and Simon Majadibodu|Published

Manufacturing sector in SA continues decline amid power woes, global trade tensions

South Africa's manufacturing sector remained under pressure in February, with the Absa PMI falling to 44. 7 amid persistent load shedding, global trade tensions, and supply chain constraints. The fourth consecutive monthly decline signals ongoing challenges for the sector.

Business Report
Siphelele Dludla|Published

Longyuan and DLO Energy Resource Group join forces to equip youth for SA's green energy future

The inaugural graduation ceremony of the DLO Skills Initiative Solar Panel Cleaning Program took place on Tuesday at the De Aar Town Hall in the Northern Cape, marking a significant milestone in the empowerment of local youth.

News Energy
Mthobisi Nozulela|Published

Turn waste into power: Redisa's solution to South Africa's load shedding energy crisis

South Africa could transform its mounting waste problem into a power generation solution, as Redisa reveals how waste-to-energy technology could generate 100MW of electricity for every two million tons of waste processed, potentially offering relief from persistent load shedding while addressing environmental concerns.

News Energy
Dhivana Rajgopaul|Published

Eskom suspends load shedding amid recovery of generation capacity

Commenting on the suspension, Eskom Group Chief Executive, Dan Marokane, said load shedding is largely behind South Africa due to structural improvements in the generation fleet

News South Africa
Se-Anne Rall|Published

Businesses reel from power cuts

Businesses in South Africa face severe challenges due to ongoing load shedding, with energy supply issues ranking high on their list of concerns.

Cape Times News
Nicola Daniels|Published

Fears of more shootings during load shedding

Police said as the lights went out in the Cape Flats community, gunshots rang out with one person killed and two others wounded.

Cape Argus News
Mahira Duval|Published

Eskom downgrades load shedding to Stage 2

Eskom has downgraded load shedding from Stage 4 to Stage 2, signalling a recovery in power generation.

News South Africa
Se-Anne Rall|Published