Load shedding back on the cards for today

Stage one load shedding to be implemented as of 10.30am today (Tuesday).

Earlier today the company had said that load shedding was not on the cards, however, this could change at a moment’s notice as electricity reserve margins remain low.

Eskom later reported that it was unable to keep up with demands.

This is due to two generators breaking down yesterday, while extensive maintenance work is underway.

Eskom’s Andrew Etzinger said that load shedding is expected until about 10pm.

“At the moment we have a limited amount of capacity.

“Twenty-five percent of our generation fleet is currently not available due to technical problems and this has put us over the edge.

“So it is both the unit that tripped yesterday and a number of other ones we need to get back as soon as possible.”

Visit https://loadshedding.eskom.co.za/ for updates on the on going load shedding.