Eskom implemented stage 2 load shedding today from 6am and it was likely to continue until 10pm.
Eskom has however moved on to stage 3 load shedding which will be implemented from 6pm to 10pm.
The electricity supply system remains vulnerable due to a shortage of generation capacity as several units are currently out of service because of planned and unplanned outages.
Eskom assured customers that load shedding is implemented as a necessary measure to protect the power system.
Any additional changes on the already constrained power system could lead to a change in the stage of load shedding at short notice.
They called on all customers to reduce the load on the electricity grid by urgently switching off geysers, air conditioners, pool pumps and all non-essential appliances throughout the day, which will reduce electricity demand.
Eskom would like to thank all customers who continue to use electricity sparingly.
Every little bit of saving counts as it reduces the severity of load shedding.
Commercial customers, particularly shopping centres and office blocks, can also make a big difference by switching off non-essential lights and not leaving office equipment such as photocopiers and computers in standby mode after hours.
Click here to view the stage 3 schedule
