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