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Eskom Reports Stable Power System Despite Rising Unplanned Outages
Eskom reports stable power system with loadshedding remaining suspended, though unplanned outages have increased to 13,519MW as winter preparations continue.
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended: Eskom Reports Lower Unplanned Outages Despite High Maintenance Levels
Eskom reports no loadshedding with unplanned outages down 2.7% year-on-year despite high maintenance levels at 15.41% of capacity as winter approaches
Read more →Eskom Launches Tender for New Renewable Energy Subsidiary
Eskom has issued a tender for experienced firms to help establish a separate renewable energy subsidiary with plans to develop over 20GW of clean energy projects.
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended as Power System Maintains Stability
Loadshedding remains suspended as Eskom reports stable power system with increased planned maintenance at 14.85% and reduced unplanned outages ahead of winter
Read more →Theft and Vandalism of Electrical Infrastructure Cost Eskom R221 Million in Last 11 Months
Despite a decline in criminal activities targeting electrical infrastructure, Eskom reports R221 million in damages from April 2024 to February 2025, down from R271 million in the previous year.
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended Despite Ongoing Power System Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with loadshedding suspended, despite high planned maintenance and increased electricity demand due to nationwide overcast conditions.
Read more →South African Young Scientists Awarded at International Science Festival in Tunisia
Two KwaZulu-Natal students receive recognition at the International Festival of Engineering, Science and Technology in Tunisia after qualifying through the Eskom Expo.
Read more →Eskom Extends Free Solar Registration and Smart Meters for Residential Customers Until 2026
Eskom continues waiving registration fees and providing free smart meters for residential solar installations up to 50kVA, offering potential savings of R9,132 until March 2026.
Read more →Eskom To Review Environmental Decision That Keeps 29,000MW Of Power Stations Operational
Eskom to review DFFE's decision on emission limits for eight major power stations, allowing 29,000MW of generation capacity to continue operating past March 31 deadline
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