Eskom
Eskom’s Woes Broken Down Into Seven Simple Categories
17 Mar 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The problems are straightforward enough to understand. Unfortunately, the solutions are not, and will end up costing us all a great deal of money.
Six Weeks Of ‘Code Red’ At Eskom
15 Mar 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Electricity data over at Eskom suggests that we’re looking at a ‘Code Red’ situation for the foreseeable future.
We Have Load Shedding, And The US Has Rolling Blackouts [Videos]
26 Feb 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
When a massive winter storm hit Texas recently, millions were left without power. It’s not a problem unique to the Lone Star State, either.
Fire At Eskom Power Plant Caught On Camera [Videos]
12 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Eskom’s coal-fired Kendal Power Station in Ogies, Mpumalanga, caught alight this morning. The blaze has since been extinguished, and the power utility says this won’t affect operations.
We’re Back To Talking About Eskom’s Death Spiral Again
04 Feb 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Don’t panic – there’s no indication that we’re going to receive a load shedding notification today. However, Eskom’s long-term future remains of great concern.
R2k Device Keeps The Internet Going During Load Shedding
21 Jan 2021 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments
I was about to push the button on some fancy ‘inverter’ for our home – to keep the power on during load shedding – but was reluctant due to the price.
Energy Expert Says We Could Hit Stage Eight Load Shedding This Winter
19 Jan 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The joke goes that when you hit stage eight, the government comes to your house and blows out your candles, but it’s getting tougher to find laughs among this mess.
Latest Eskom Report Shows Load Shedding Nightmare Ahead
18 Jan 2021 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Every time we are hit with another wave of load shedding, the dire predicament that Eskom finds itself in becomes more apparent.
Eskom’s 2020 Load Shedding Woes In One Simple Chart
22 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We may not have hit stage six load shedding like we did at the backend of last year, but the numbers speak for themselves.
Tuesday Morning Spice
15 Sep 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Eskom lying about load shedding. Ozzies stranded overseas. Kanye trying to ‘ratf*ck’ Biden. Hiring spree at Amazon. How ‘My Octopus Teacher’ was made. New Netflix plan. Kendall’s a stoner.
Why Cape Town Is Often One Load Shedding Stage Lower Than Rest Of SA
10 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As we grapple with load shedding stages changing at the drop of a hat, Capetonians will have noticed that we’re often one stage lower than the rest of the country.
Heads Are Rolling At Eskom As Load Shedding Continues
04 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst it’s a little like putting a Band-Aid on a gaping wound, at least someone at Eskom is being held accountable.
Settle In, Peeps – Eskom Estimates Duration Of Load Shedding
03 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Eskom submitted its long-term forecasts to the Standing Committee on Appropriations (SCOA) yesterday. So, about that generator.
Load Shedding Could Worsen As Eskom Goes “High Probability” Route
02 Sep 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
We’re spending today on stage two, but Eskom has warned that the situation could worsen at any stage, and at “short notice”.
Well, Eskom’s Latest Online Meeting Was A Complete Shambles
27 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Whilst the threat of load shedding hangs over our heads, an online meeting to discuss various matters related to Eskom ended in farcical circumstances.
Load Shedding Update – Just Another Five Years Or So As “Turf Wars” Continue
19 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Wake up. Coffee. Check EskomSePush to see at what time we’ll be without power. Just another day in the life of a South African.
Experts On Why 2020 Could Be “Worst Year Yet For Load Shedding”
13 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
There’s nothing quite like an EskomSePush notification to remind you that all is not well with this country. Sadly, they’re popping up again.
Eskom CEO Talks Of “Death Spiral” And Maps Out Grim Load Shedding Picture
12 Aug 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
You never want to hear the words “death spiral” used in relation to your country’s power supplier.
Why The Price Of SA’s Electricity Will Soon Spike
29 Jul 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A court ruling in favour of Eskom means that we could be looking at a significant electricity tariff hike next year.
We Regret To Inform You That Load Shedding Could Return Tonight
09 Jul 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Eskom spokesperson Sikonathi Mantshantsha has said that there is a “high probability” of load shedding during the evenings between five and nine, starting today.
Eskom Addresses Warnings Of Stage Six Load Shedding
22 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Energy experts have warned that with an increase in demand once more, and a very chilly winter ahead, stage six load shedding is a possibility.
Great News On The Load Shedding Front
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Load shedding will be here to stay for many years yet, but the short-term outlook for load shedding is more positive than was thought just a few weeks back.
Bad News Regarding Eskom’s Repairs And Maintenance During Lockdown
20 Apr 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Sadly, Eskom hasn’t been able to get as much done during the lockdown period as we would have hoped.
What Eskom Says About Load Shedding During National Lockdown
25 Mar 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
While Eskom expects a reduced demand for electricity during the lockdown period, we are by no means in the clear.
Kommetjie Load Shedding Head Office Video Is The Funniest Thing You’ve Seen This Year [Video]
10 Mar 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
SA comedians Oliver Booth and Glen Biderman-Pam poke fun at Eskom and its bizarre load shedding schedule in this excellent video.
Forget 18 Months – Energy Expert On How Long Load Shedding Will Really Last [Video]
24 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe are talking about 18 months to two years, but experts reckon those estimates are far from the truth.
Dismal Woolworths Profits Down By Double Figures
21 Feb 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Woolworths is struggling to keep earnings up, as it battles load shedding, economic constraints, and more fashion faux pas.
Plans For Cape Town To ‘Break Free’ From Eskom Is Good News For Property Owners
20 Feb 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Cape Town may be able to ease those Eskom woes through buying energy from independent power producers (IPPs), which will be welcomed by residents.
Tuesday Morning Spice
11 Feb 2020 by Kiernan / No Comments
Massive elec hike thwarted. China’s authoritarian crackdown. Elon hates Facebook. Shark-eating orcas back in Cape Town. Pele depressed. Queen’s grandson divorces. Pam’s ex-hubby says he was a fool.
Eskom’s CEO Shares Some Bad Load Shedding News
31 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Andre de Ruyter has the unenviable task of trying to turn Eskom around. It’s a good thing his hair is already grey.
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