The High Court in Pretoria on Friday rejected arguments by Eskom that some of its crucial contracts are commercially sensitive.
In the financial year of 31 March 2023, Eskom used almost R155 billion on primary energy.Eskom used almost up to R155 billion on primary energy in the last financial year.
Copies of all active contracts that Eskom or any of its subsidiaries has concluded for the purchase, transportation, and distribution of coal; Copies of all active contracts Eskom or one of its subsidiaries entered into with neighbouring countries to provide them with electricity. They had requested access to information under the Promotion of Access to Information Act, which Tshabalala had largely denied.After the high court ordered Eskom to disclose their information on their existing coal, diesel, and electricity suppliers, civil rights organisation AfriForum stated that it will be appointing a team of legal and industry experts to scrutinise these contracts.
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