| Date | Title | Description |
| 05.11.2024 | ‘South Africa can’t afford this’: Eskom price hike plan under fire | The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) has made a submission to energy regulator Nersa opposing the huge price increases sought by state-owned energy producer Eskom.
Outa said Eskom’s proposal would lead to a 66% price hike over three ye... |
| 15.10.2024 | Eskom call for 36% price hike blamed on politics | Eskom said it had to asked for 36% increase in prices because of the government’s inability to rein in delinquent municipalities and errors made by the regulator in adjudicating earlier applications to boost tariffs.
The state-owned utility... |
| 26.09.2024 | Eskom's Price Hike: A Double-Edged Sword for South Africa | Eskom, South Africa's state-owned power utility, is in the spotlight again. The company has requested a staggering 36% increase in electricity prices for the 2026 financial year. This move, while aimed at stabilizing Eskom's precarious fina... |
| 26.09.2024 | Eskom price hike request heralds more consumer pain | Eskom is seeking a jumbo electricity price hike, spelling good news for its creditors but pain for customers and possible fallout for the country’s economic growth.
The state-owned power utility has asked energy regulator Nersa to approve a... |
| 25.09.2024 | Eskom says prior tariff hikes were ‘inadequate’ as it seeks 36% increase | Eskom has asked electricity regulator Nersa for permission to raise priced by 36% in its 2026 financial year, far exceeding inflation in the continent’s most industrialized economy.
The utility told Nersa that it sought the hike because pri... |
| 29.08.2024 | Ructions at Nersa over Eskom tariff hikes | South Africa’s energy regulator has distanced itself from criticism by one of its senior officials over the body’s handling of electricity tariff increases.
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa), which determines the rate at... |
| 28.08.2024 | Eskom’s monopoly is ending – here’s what happens next | South Africa endured an electricity crisis from 2008 characterised by intermittent rolling blackouts and a growing culture of non-payment. Eskom came to be regarded as the single largest risk to South Africa’s economy. At the end of March 2... |
| 19.08.2024 | Eskom’s 40% price hike plan to face MPs’ scrutiny | Parliament will debate a proposal by Eskom that could see electricity tariffs rise as much as 40% next year, according to a statement from the Democratic Alliance.
National assembly speaker Thoko Didiza confirmed officials will discuss the ... |
| 15.08.2024 | Wheeling: the energy solution that’s been a long time coming | Reforms in South Africa’s energy sector, while proceeding glacially, are setting the scene for clean, private power generation. Finally, too, this is opening the door for a game-changing energy option that’s been around for a while but is o... |
| 31.07.2024 | South Africa's Energy Dilemma: A Light at the End of the Tunnel? | South Africa stands at a crossroads. The nation grapples with soaring electricity costs and a power supply that has been anything but reliable. Yet, recent developments hint at a potential turnaround. The Minister of Electricity and Energy,... |
| 30.07.2024 | Minister Ramokgopa vows to tackle soaring electricity costs | Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, the Minister of Electricity and Energy, convened his regular media briefing to update the public on energy and electricity-related issues. Image: X/@GovernmentZA
The Minister of Energy and Electricity, Kgosientsho ... |
| 30.06.2024 | AfriForum successfully interdicts municipal electricity tariff hikes | The Gauteng High Court in Pretoria has ruled in favour of AfriForum regarding the annual electricity tariff hikes. Image: Pixabay
Civil rights organisation AfriForum has claimed victory as some municipalities will not implement the annual e... |
| 28.06.2024 | City Power: Joburgers, prepare to pay more for electricity on Monday | City Power will implement the 12.7% tariff hike from Monday, 1 July. Image: Shutterstock
Johannesburg City Power has confirmed that the National Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved its 12.7% tariff hike.
“During this process, we ... |
| 20.06.2024 | National Free Basic Electricity comes online in July 2024 | How you can benefit from government’s National Free Basic Electricity scheme. Image: File/Fotor
National Free Basic Electricity comes online from Monday 1 July 2024. This follows the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (NERSA’s) app... |
| 17.06.2024 | Load REDUCTIONS implemented in JHB – find your schedule here | Load REDUCTIONS will be implemented in JHB. Images: Stock/Canva
Johannesburg’s City Power has implemented load reduction in parts of the city, a move that could potentially and significantly impact the operations of local businesses, many o... |
| 10.06.2024 | AfriForum wants to interdict pending municipal electricity hikes | AfriForum wants to interdict the upcoming municipal electricity hikes. Image: iStock
Civil rights organisation AfriForum has brought an urgent application at the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria against the National Energy Regulator of South ... |
| 02.06.2024 | Overloaded transformers – will load shedding return soon? | Will load shedding return soon? Images: X/@Kgosientsho_R/Stock/Canva
Should South Africans be bracing themselves for the return of load shedding?
“Eskom has noted with concern the fake news trending on social media regarding load shedding r... |
| 13.05.2024 | South Africa's Ramaphosa denies pause in power cuts is linked to election | JOHANNESBURG: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday rejected opposition allegations that a recent pause in the electricity cuts that have plagued the country for years was due to an election coming up on May 29.
Rolling power cu... |
| 13.05.2024 | Load shedding respite is no political ploy: Ramaphosa | Cyril Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday rejected opposition allegations that a recent pause in the electricity cuts that have plagued the country for years was due to the election coming up on 29 May.
Rolling power cuts imposed ... |
| 12.05.2024 | Load shedding remains suspended for week | This will be 53 days of continuous NO load shedding. Images: Canva/Stock
Load shedding will remain suspended for the week.
Eskom stated that the planned maintenance of 3,378MW aligns with the amount of maintenance conducted in previous wint... |
| 11.05.2024 | Eskom clears the air on OCGT use during load shedding-free period | Eskom the speculations on extensive OCGT use during load shedding-free period. Image: X/@Eskom
In recent weeks, there has been speculation surrounding Eskom’s purported extensive use of Open-Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs) to prevent load sheddi... |
| 24.04.2024 | Stage-16 load shedding ‘unlikely ever to happen’ | Eskom chairman Mteto Nyati
Eskom board chairman Mteto Nyati has moved to allay fears that recently published guidelines by energy regulator Nersa that make provision for up to 16 stages of load shedding are a foretaste of what’s to come.
“I... |
| 24.04.2024 | South Africa needs a clear and uniform solar policy | Load shedding is now part and parcel of the daily South African experience. Last year we had only 30 days without rolling power cuts, and with it came many significant financial implications. Ayan Ghosh, an investment strategist at Investec... |
| 15.04.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday, 15 April | Guidelines for implementing load shedding up to stage 16 have been approved. Images: Stock/Canva
A lot can change overnight, but we’ll keep you informed with the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Monday, 15 April.
The reg... |
| 11.04.2024 | Eskom's Load Shedding Protocols Approved: What Stage 16 Means | The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved guidelines for implementing load shedding up to Stage 16. Here's what you need to know about the changes and potential implications.
Eskom's load shedding protocols have bee... |
| 08.04.2024 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Monday, 8 April | Guidelines for implementing load shedding up to stage 16 have been approved. Images: Stock/Canva
A lot can change overnight, but we’ll keep you informed with the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Monday, 8 April.
The regu... |
| 07.04.2024 | Here is what Stage 16 load shedding would likely mean | What would Stage 16 load shedding likely mean? Images: Stock/Canva
Guidelines for implementing load shedding up to Stage 16 have been approved by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa).
The Eskom System Operator is responsibl... |
| 06.04.2024 | Load shedding protocols up to Stage 16 APPROVED | Load shedding protocols up to Stage 16 have been APPROVED. Images: Stock/Canva
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved guidelines for implementing load shedding up to Stage 16. Here is what you should know.
He was... |
| 02.04.2024 | What new electricity bill means for South Africa | Industry experts have welcomed the Electricity Regulations Amendment (ERA) Bill, which aims to liberalise South Africa’s electricity generation and distribution markets by making room for more private sector participation in the sector.
But... |
| 31.03.2024 | Happy Easter: ESKOM raises electricity prices tomorrow | Top-up your prepaid meter, before Eskom raises electricity prices tomorrow (Monday 1 April 2024). Image: File
Don’t forget to top-up your prepaid electricity meter before Eskom raises electricity prices tomorrow (Monday 1 April 2024). That’... |
| 30.03.2024 | Eskom’s 2024/25 tariff adjustments approved by NERSA | Eskom tariff adjustments effective from 1 April. Image: Pixabay
On 10 October 2023, Eskom, South Africa’s state-owned electricity utility, made a significant move by submitting its Retail Tariff and Structural Adjustment Application (ERTSA)... |
| 29.03.2024 | Eskom price hike coming next week: No April Fool’s joke! | National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has approved a 12.74% hike in electricity prices in 2024. Image: Pixabay
As a reminder, Eskom’s 12.74% electricity price increase for the 2024/25 financial year will kick in on Monday, 1 Apr... |
| 19.02.2024 | How data centres are battling South Africa’s energy crisis | South African data centre operators are increasingly turning to renewable energy solutions to diversify their energy sources as they battle to secure the power they need for their operations.
“The general impact of load shedding on data cen... |
| 23.01.2024 | Electricity prices go up April 2024: Here’s by how MUCH | Electricity prices go up in April 2024. Here’s how much you’ll pay in the major provinces. Image: File/Fotor
Sadly, for cash-strapped South Africans, electricity prices go up in April 2024, and there’s precious nothing you can do about it. ... |
| 07.08.2023 | Good news: Regulator challenges rampant Eskom tariff hikes | National regulator takes on Eskom tariff hikes. Picture: File.
On 1 July 2023, embattled South Africans felt the full force of Eskom tariff hikes with a massive 18.65% increase from the power utility. This, combined with rising fuel and hou... |
| 29.06.2023 | Why is the City of Joburg INCREASING tariffs? | City of Joburg residents must prepare for tough times. Photo: City of Joburg/ Facebook
From 1 July 2023, City of Joburg residents need to brace themselves for new tariffs.
NEW TARIFFS APPROVED BY NERSA
Also, the National Energy Regulator of... |
| 10.02.2023 | Will a State of Disaster fix the electricity crisis? | Photo of Koeberg nuclear power station. Image: GroundUp.
Article originally published on GroundUp By Neil Thomas Stacey
It seems likely that the same approach may be in the pipeline now, given that the proposed rescue plan outlined by the u... |
| 20.01.2023 | ‘Load shedding should be declared a National State of Emergency,’ says activists | Load shedding is hurting us, says activists Photo: Twitter
Disgruntled activists marched to the Union Buildings on Friday against the continuous load shedding.
ALSO READ: NERSA says Chairperson is not conflicted after social media backlash ... |
| 17.01.2023 | Steve Hofmeyr spits fire at Eskom, ANC and salutes the taxpayer | Singer, actor and activist Steve Hofmeyr speak on Eskom, taxpayers and the ANC government. Image: Supplied
The Afrikaanse singer, actor and activist, Steve Hofmeyr, spit fire against Eskom and its load shedding, the extravagant African Nati... |
| 17.01.2023 | DA challenges Eskom tariff hike and load shedding in High Court | The DA will approach the High Court over NERSA’s tariff hike. Image: Pixabay.
The Democratic Alliance (DA) intends to approach the High Court to have the recent Eskom tariff hike granted by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NER... |
| 15.01.2023 | City of Johannesburg worried about unaffordable tariff increase | Joburg Mayor Mpho Phalatse and MMC Michael Sun share worrying sentiments about tariff increase. Photo: Executive Mayor of Joburg – Mpho Phalatse/ Facebook.
The Johannesburg Multi-Party Government says it is concerned about the impact that t... |
| 14.01.2023 | NERSA says Chairperson is not conflicted after social media backlash | NERSA said its Chairperson is not conflicted. Image: Twitter/@NERSA_ZA
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) responded to social media critics who claim that Thembani Bukula, the Chairperson, has vested interests in the ener... |
| 13.01.2023 | ‘Time to hit the streets!’: Steenhuisen indicates DA has plans for electricity protest | More than 5 000 DA supporters marched through the City of Johannesburg for jobs, on January 27, 2016.
AFP PHOTO/MUJAHID SAFODIEN
With South Africa in the throes of Stage 6 load shedding, the National Energy Regular (NERSA) approved an 18.65... |
| 13.01.2023 | Here is what you should know about the massive electricity price hike | Here is what you should know about the massive electricity price hike Photos: Stock
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has agreed to increase electricity tariffs.
THIS COMES AMID ESKOM IMPLEMENTING CONTINUOUS STAGE 6 LOAD... |
| 12.01.2023 | Eskom’s failure will DESTROY the poor and vulnerable | Neil de Beer says Eskom’s failure will destroy the poor and vulnerable. Image: Supplied
The undeniable failure of the beleaguered state utility Eskom, will not affect the wealthy as much as it will destroy the already poor and vulnerable.
H... |
| 21.12.2022 | NERSA given until 2023 to decide on Eskom 32% tariff hike | NERSA has until 12 January 2023 to make a decision. Image: Wikimedia Commons.
The National Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has been given until 2023 to make its final decision on Eskom’s revenue application for the 2023/2024 financial yea... |
| 19.12.2022 | Eskom needs a new management team – but so does the country | For a multitude of reasons, Eskom CEO André de Ruyter’s resignation is a huge setback for the state-owned power utility and South Africa. It comes at a time when the utility, which produces 95% of the electricity used in the country, needs ... |
| 23.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 3 for SUNDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that MORE load shedding is planned – this means that Stage 3 load shedding would continue until further notice.
He said South Africa has ... |
| 22.10.2022 | Load shedding for SATURDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that MORE load shedding is planned – this means that Stage 3 load shedding would continue until further notice.
He said South Africa has ... |
| 21.10.2022 | Load shedding for FRIDAY and weekend – here is your UPDATED schedule | SURPRISE! More load shedding Stage 3 planned for weekend – here is your UPDATED schedule Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that MORE load shedding is planned – this means that Stage 3 load shedding would continue until further notice.
... |
| 20.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 3 on THURSDAY- here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced early on Thursday that Stage 3 Load shedding will be implemented until further notice. This is due to the failure of several units.
He sa... |
| 19.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 3 on WEDNESDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that due to the breakdown of five generating units at five power stations earlier this week, Stage 3 load shedding was implemented again.... |
| 18.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 4 on TUESDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that due to the breakdown of five generating units, at five powerstations, Stage 4 load shedding was implemented once again.
He said Sout... |
| 18.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 2 on TUESDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that due to the breakdown of four generating units, Stage 2 load shedding was implemented once again.
Rooftop solar. Photo: Stock/Canva R... |
| 17.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 2 on MONDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced that due to the breakdown of four generating units Stage 2 load shedding was implemented once again.
Rooftop solar. Photo: Stock/Canva RA... |
| 16.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 2 on SUNDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced on Saturday that due to the breakdown of four generating units Stage 2 load shedding was implemented once again.
Rooftop solar. Photo: St... |
| 13.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 2 for THURSDAY – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 2 load shedding would continue to be implemented on Thursday between 16:00 and midnight.
Rooftop solar. Photo: Stock/Canva RAMAPHOSA URG... |
| 10.10.2022 | Load shedding Stage 2 for MONDAY afternoon – here is your UPDATED schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom announced on Sunday that Stage 2 load shedding would be implemented Monday at 16:00.
He said South Africa has a great abundance of sun that should ... |
| 09.10.2022 | SHOCKER! Load shedding is BACK- here is your latest schedule | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
We are shocked… or not! Eskom announced on Sunday that Stage 2 load shedding would be implemented Monday.
He said South Africa has a great abundance of s... |
| 07.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding planned on FRIDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding would be implemented on FRIDAY.
City of Tshwane
City of Johannesburg
City of Ekurhuleni
City of Cape Town
Nelson Mandela... |
| 06.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding planned on THURSDAY- UPDATED schedule here | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding would be implemented on THURSDAY.
City of Tshwane
City of Johannesburg
City of Ekurhuleni
City of Cape Town
Nelson Mande... |
| 04.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here | Stage 3 load shedding planned on TUESDAY- UPDATED schedule here Images via Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding would be implemented on TUESDAY.
ALSO READ: Stage 6 nightmare: What is Andre de Ruyter’s yearly salary? HERE IS YOUR LAT... |
| 03.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding planned on MONDAY- UPDATED schedule here | Stage 3 load shedding planned on MONDAY- UPDATED schedule here Photos: Stock/Canva/Eskom
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding will be implemented on MONDAY.
ALSO READ: Stage 6 nightmare: What is Andre de Ruyter’s yearly salary? HERE IS YOUR LAT... |
| 02.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding for SUNDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding is planned for SUNDAY. This comes after a diesel delivery bound for the power utility’s backup power stations arrived in M... |
| 02.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding planned until THURSDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom said on Sunday that Stage 3 load shedding will remain in place until THURSDAY.
ALSO READ: Stage 6 nightmare: What is Andre de Ruyter’s yearly salary?... |
| 01.10.2022 | Stage 3 load shedding for SATURDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 3 load shedding is planned for Saturday and the rest of the weekend. This comes after a diesel delivery bound for the power utility’s back... |
| 30.09.2022 | Stage 4 load shedding for FRIDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom said Stage 4 load shedding will continue until Saturday morning, when it will be lowered to Stage 3. This comes after a diesel delivery bound for the... |
| 28.09.2022 | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule here | Here is the latest on load shedding – find your UPDATED schedule Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom has yet again given an update on the load shedding planned for the rest of the week.
City of Tshwane
City of Johannesburg
City of Ekurhuleni
City of ... |
| 19.09.2022 | Stage 6 load shedding for MONDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Stage 6 load shedding for MONDAY – UPDATED schedule here Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom has ramped up load shedding to Stage 6 from Sunday morning and is still in place on MONDAY morning.
The system is under pressure and has been for the whole w... |
| 17.09.2022 | Stage 5 load shedding for SUNDAY – UPDATED schedule here | Stage 5 load shedding for SUNDAY – UPDATED schedule here Photos: Stock/Canva
Eskom will continue to implement stage 5 load shedding on SUNDAY after five generating units broke down overnight. Stage 5 load shedding will continue until 5:00 o... |
| 16.09.2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 16 September 2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 16 September 2022 Photos: Stock/Canva
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Friday, 16 September.
A steepening upper-air trough, a surface trough, and a r... |
| 15.09.2022 | Eskom targets a MASSIVE increase for next year – more info here | Eskom targets a MASSIVE increase for next year – more info here Photos; Stock/Canva
Eskom plans to apply for a MASSIVE tariff increase from 1 April 2023/24. This was announced on Thursday.
The reports furthermore state that Eskom projects t... |
| 30.08.2022 | ICT tenders: ICASA gears up oversight | South Africa’s telecommunications and broadcasting sectors are in focus this week as the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa advertises a number of tenders aimed at improving its oversight.
The regulator’s five tenders focu... |
| 16.08.2022 | ActionSA , ANC WIN fight with DA mayor on ‘unsolicited’ deal | ActionSA and the ANC got to withdrawn what ANC calls a “corrupt” deal from Council agenda. PHOTO: Twitter/@tshwane_mayor
ActionSA and ANC are victorious in fighting to withdraw an ‘unsolicited’ bid worth billions. This deal was proposed in ... |
| 21.07.2022 | Solidarity vows legal action IF Eskom’s proposed solar levy is approved | Solidarity has described Eskom’s proposed solar power levy as ‘absurd, irrational and unlawful’. Photo: Solidariteit / Facebook and @Eskom_SA / Twitter
Trade union Solidarity says it will go to court if Eskom’s proposed solar power levy is ... |
| 18.07.2022 | Using solar while on Eskom’s grid? You might have to pay R938 for that | Eskom might propose an increase in tariff for those who use solar panels. PHOTO: Flickr
Those with solar panels but still on Eskom’s grid will pay hundreds of rands more each month in the new proposed power tariffs.
The new proposed additio... |
| 01.07.2022 | ICYMI: Enough is enough: Gatvol Orania set to ‘leave’ Eskom | Orania has had enough of Eskom’s loadshedding and plans to leave their power grid. PHOTO: Faceboook/Orania
Afrikaans town Orania is set to leave Eskom’s grid as the self-governing town has a solar farm to prevent reliance on the wobbly powe... |
| 30.06.2022 | Enough is enough: Gatvol Orania set to ‘leave’ Eskom | Orania has had enough of Eskom’s loadshedding and plans to leave their power grid. PHOTO: Faceboook/Orania
Afrikaans town Orania is set to leave Eskom’s grid as the self-governing town has a solar farm to prevent reliance on the wobbly powe... |
| 14.12.2020 | South Africa’s Electricity Supply: What’s Tripping The Switch | Electricity customers should brace themselves for steeper increases. shutterstock |
