Energy

Eskom Warns of Potential Load-Shedding Amidst Recent Power Struggles

• Cedric Malan
• Feb 1, 2025

Eskom has alerted the public to a likely increase in load-shedding over the forthcoming weekend, ending a ten-month streak of continuous power supply. This comes after multiple power plant malfunctions necessitated prolonged repairs. Use of all emergency reserves has been necessitated, which now require replenishment. Eskom warns of potential load-shedding reaching Stage 4.