Latest Load Shedding News And Updates
Eskom Load Shedding Schedule For 2025 - Live Updates & Blackout Information
Get live updates on Eskom's current 2025 load shedding schedule with real-time status, upcoming power cuts, and area-specific schedules.
View live schedule & fact check →Power System Holds Steady Despite Winter Pressure; No Loadshedding Expected
Eskom reports stable power system with 3,170MW returning by Tuesday, though unplanned outages hover above target. Winter outlook remains positive if outages stay below 13,000MW.
Read more →Eskom Shifts Focus to Environmental Performance While Maintaining Grid Stability
Eskom outlines its environmental strategy with R15.6 billion allocated for emissions reduction projects over the next five years, while warning 22GW of capacity risks shutdown after 2030 due to emissions non-compliance.
Read more →Eskom June Power Update: Grid Stable Ahead of Cold Week, Plans 2,550MW Capacity Boost
Eskom reports stable but constrained power system with EAF between 61-64%, plans to add 2,550MW capacity before Monday's cold spell, while unplanned outages remain above target.
Read more →Kusile Unit 1 Returns to Grid as Power System Remains Stable Despite Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with Kusile Unit 1 back online, bringing 800MW capacity as winter demand increases, while unplanned outages sit at 13,327MW.
Read more →14-Hour Load Shedding? Eskom Says It’s Fake — No Power Cuts for Gauteng & Northern Cape
Fact check: Claims of 14-hour power cuts across Gauteng, Northern Cape and other provinces are false. Eskom confirms no such schedule exists. Get the real winter 2025 outlook and learn how to spot fake load shedding news.
Read more →False Alarm at Koeberg: Emergency Siren Accidentally Activated During Maintenance
A routine maintenance procedure at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station caused an accidental emergency siren activation in Sunningdale today. Eskom confirms no emergency exists and normal operations continue.
Read more →Fitch Ratings Affirms Eskom's Credit Rating, Notes Operational Improvements
Fitch Ratings maintains Eskom's 'B' rating with stable outlook while upgrading its Standalone Credit Profile, recognizing operational improvements and projecting stronger financial performance
Read more →Johannesburg Power Outage Claims: Are 13 Suburbs Really Facing an 8-Hour Blackout?
Fake news claims about 8-hour power cuts affecting 13 Johannesburg suburbs are circulating online. City Power has issued no such notice. Learn how to verify real outages and spot fake power cut stories.
Read more →Fake News: Why the 'Eskom 14-Hour Load Shedding Across South Africa' Power Alert Is Fake
FAKE NEWS ALERT: No Eskom June 2025 load shedding schedule exists. The viral '14-hour blackouts' story is false. Get the real facts: No load shedding today, no province-wide cuts for June, and official winter outlook. Don't fall for fake schedules - trust verified updates.
Read more →Power System Stable as Winter Approaches: 5,760MW to Return by Monday Evening
South Africa's power system remains stable despite cold fronts, with 5,760MW of generation capacity expected to return by Monday evening as winter demand increases.
Read more →Eskom Launches Green Hydrogen Pilot Project as Part of Decarbonisation Strategy
Eskom issues tender for pilot renewable green hydrogen facility in Johannesburg to support decarbonisation strategy and renewable energy storage solutions
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended Despite Winter Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with loadshedding suspended, though winter constraints persist. Approximately 2,600MW of generation capacity to return by Monday evening.
Read more →Stage 2 Loadshedding Returns for Evening Peaks Until Thursday
Eskom announces Stage 2 loadshedding from 4-10pm until Thursday due to delayed unit returns and unplanned breakdowns exceeding 13,000MW capacity loss.
Read more →Power System Stable Despite Slight EAF Decline as Winter Approaches
South Africa's power system remains stable with unplanned outages below 12,000MW. Eskom's Winter Outlook predicts minimal or no loadshedding if outages stay below 13,000MW.
Read more →NTCSA Leadership in Flux as Interim CEO Segomoco Scheppers Returns to Eskom
The National Transmission Company of South Africa announces the departure of Interim CEO Segomoco Scheppers after 10 months of establishing the critical transmission entity, as the search for a permanent CEO continues.
Read more →Eskom's Winter 2025 Outlook: No Loadshedding Expected If Unplanned Outages Stay Below 13GW
Eskom forecasts a loadshedding-free winter 2025 if unplanned outages remain under 13GW, with significant improvements in plant performance and reduced diesel consumption.
Read more →Four South African Young Scientists to Represent Nation at Global STEM Competition
Four talented South African students from Johannesburg and Cape Town will represent the country at the world's largest pre-college STEM competition with innovative research projects in assistive technology, marine biology, plant science, and mathematics.
Read more →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
Read more →Fake News & Fact Checks
Stage 6 Blackout in Johannesburg on 11 June? Eskom Says No — Load Shedding Remains Suspended
Ignore the viral 'Stage 6 blackout' headline: Eskom says no load shedding for 11 June and no city-wide outages. See verified grid data, City Power links and coping tips.
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SASSA Payment Dates June 2025: Complete Guide to All Grant Schedules and Updates
View the official SASSA payment dates, grant amounts, and practical information to manage your payments easily.
View SASSA dates →SASSA Old Age Grant 2025: Payment Dates, Amounts & Easy Application Guide
Complete guide to the SASSA Old Age Grant (state pension) for 2025. Learn about payment dates, grant amounts (R2,315-R2,335), qualification requirements, and how to apply step-by-step.
View pension guide →Latest Petrol & Fuel Prices in South Africa - May 2025
Current petrol and fuel prices in South Africa with both inland and coastal prices. View latest petrol, diesel, and paraffin prices with monthly changes and forecasts.
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