Eskom has issued a warning of a high probability of load shedding on Friday night. ”The risk of load shedding remains high during the peak period this evening — 6pm to 9pm — when demand increases,” it said in a statement.
Consumers are urged use electricity sparingly and switch off their geysers during this time.
Eskom systems operations and planning director Erica Johnson said South Africans could be reassured that the Rugby World Cup final would not be interrupted by power failures.
”We have adequate capacity to meet this weekend’s demand,” said Johnson.
Load shedding schedules are available at www.eskom.co.za and customers can contact Eskom on 0860 037 566 for any queries. — Sapa