Loadshedding will only implemented if absolutely necessary, says Eskom

POLOKWANE – A high risk of rotational load shedding is as a result of a shortage of capacity due to the loss of generating units at Eskom’s power stations.

Read more: Here are Polokwane’s loadshedding schedules

The power utility has encouraged residents and businesses to use electricity sparingly and switch off gysers as well as non-essential lighting and appliances to assist in reducing demand.

Read more: Here is Mokopane’s load shedding schedule

Eskom says they will provide regular updates about the state of the power system, should loadshedding be implemented.

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