In a statement on Thursday morning, Eskom said that Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented due to the loss of three additional units overnight that has increased the shortage in capacity.
Cape Town - Embattled power utility Eskom has announced that Stage 2 rotational load shedding will be implemented from 9 am on Thursday until 6 am on Saturday, with a high probability that load shedding will continue over the weekend.
In a statement on Thursday morning it said that Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented due to the loss of three additional units overnight that has increased the shortage in capacity. "There is a high probability that load shedding will continue over the weekend, as there is a need to replenish reserves for the coming week."
Unplanned outages or breakdowns were at 11 938 MW at 5:30 am on Thursday, while planned maintenance was at 4 654MW. Emergency reserves were at adequate levels and were used to supplement the shortage in capacity, said Eskom.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
MPs grill Eskom over load shedding crisis | IOL NewsEskom has faced tough questions from MPs on the load shedding that is to last for the next 18 months.
Read more »
High chance of load shedding on Wednesday, Eskom warns | IOL NewsThe possibility of load shedding on Wednesday had increased as they lost additional generation units due to unplanned breakdowns.
Read more »
The budget is going to bite: Tax increases of more than R25bn can be expected.In the upcoming budget speech on February 26, tax increases of more than R25 billion can be expected. This could be in the form of increases in VAT and personal income tax
Read more »