The power utility sent out a statement yesterday explaining that imports from Mozambique’s Cahora Bassa have increased to 850MW since the restoration of the line.
Eskom is optimistic its performance will improve as one of the two electric supply lines affected by cyclone Idai in Mozambique has been fixed.
DA spokesperson Natasha Mazzone said: “Reports alleged that funds meant for vital maintenance of power plants were diverted to the Kusile power station and other capital expenditure programmes where looting took place through dodgy tenders. “President Cyril Ramaphosa recently mentioned that allegations of sabotage at Eskom power stations were being investigated. “Unlike the ANC, the DA has zero tolerance for corruption and anyone found guilty of graft will be jailed for 15 years.”
It added that the other line was badly damaged and it would take several months to fully repair it. Eskom also said the return online of five units since Friday morning contributed to performance and brought “temporary relief from load shedding” yesterday. The SOE said it had “achieved healthy diesel and water reserves over this period”.
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