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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.
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.
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.
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.
Load Shedding Is Even Affecting Woolies Now
29 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Load shedding is bad enough without those in the Southern Suburbs having to worry about their beloved Woolies.
OUCH – World Bank Delivers Kick In The Teeth To SA Economy
09 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The World Bank has been watching on closely as load shedding returns, and the organisation has some pretty bleak predictions about what lies ahead.
Eskom Is Completely Taking The Piss With Their ‘Performance Bonuses’
06 Jan 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Everyone loves a 13th cheque, but you usually have to perform to some basic level of competency in order to be rewarded.
Even Madam & Eve Are Giving Eskom Hell Now [Image]
13 Dec 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Over the years, South Africans have had to develop a rather odd sense of humour about things like load shedding. Here’s Madam & Eve sticking the boot in.
Have You Seen Zapiro’s Most Recent Load Shedding Sketches?
12 Dec 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
South Africa’s most celebrated cartoonist has given Ramaphosa and our government a double dose this week.
Load Shedding: Act Of Sabotage!
12 Dec 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
According to President Ramaphosa, there are some nefarious circumstances behind the latest round of load shedding.
Load Shedding – Are You Ready For Stage Eight?
10 Dec 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The good news is that we are, at the time of writing, sitting on Stage Four. The bad news is that things can, and may well, get far worse before they get any better.
Eskom’s Medupi Power Plant Problem Is Very Bad News
22 Oct 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
A lot of Eskom’s problems seem to be linked to the Medupi power station, and the situation is worse than you may think.
Load Shedding: Get Ready For Nightmare Traffic
17 Oct 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
If you thought traffic in the likes of Cape Town and Jozi was already a disaster, wait until load shedding strikes again.
Load Shedding Is Back – Here’s Eskom’s Reason Why
16 Oct 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Earlier this morning, a notification popped up on my phone about the return of the dreaded load shedding. Let’s hear from Eskom, then.
Further Proof Of Eskom Buying Rocks And Sand Instead Of Coal
10 Apr 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Eskom is struggling to keep the lights on, with years of mismanagement and corrupt practice finally catching up with them. It doesn’t help when the coal looks like this.
The Story Behind EskomSePush, SA’s Favourite Load Shedding App
09 Apr 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
It seems like everyone is making use of load shedding app EskomSePush, so let’s see how its creators went from humble beginnings to in excess of a million users.
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