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When the lockdown stops, power cuts will start again

SA is hurtling towards new power cuts, due to hit the country in May. This is despite Eskom conducting maintenance on its ageing power stations during a decline in demand in the lockdown. Energy analysts said that while the current…

UPDATE: Broken conveyor causes another bout of load shedding

Acting COO of Eskom, Jabu Mabuza, says no loadshedding anticipated over the weekend Eskom reports this summer may see severe power constraints due to maintenance On Wednesday, Stage 2 load shedding was implemented because of a broken…

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WATCH: Zimbabweans remain in darkness as power cuts persist

Power cuts in Zimbabwe are lasting up to 10 hours daily in some areas and affecting livelihoods and productivity in the country. For the last two decades, Zimbabwe has struggled to generate adequate electricity and the government says…

Lights will stay in Makhanda – for now

Eleventh hour court action by the Grahamstown Business Forum (GBF) and Grahamstown Residents Association (GRA) has staved off punitive power cuts in Makhanda until the case is heard later this year. The two organisations together with two…

Makana mayor’s response to Eskom power cut threat

We understand that the notice that was issued by Eskom on 14 April(sic) [March] 2019 has caused great panic and anxiety among local residents and businesses alike. We empathise with all of you and we would like you to know that we are…