The power utility is seeking relief after its higher electricity tariffs led to lower sales.
Energy efficiency programmes have saved more than R1.5-billion in the past five years, dramatically cutting South Africa’s power bill.
South Africa ranks as one of the richest countries in natural resources. The problem: few companies want to deal with the headache of getting it.
In spite of past protests, new peaking power plants could help develop gas infrastructure.
A camera for ultraviolet light led to an innovation that is now sold the world over.
General Electric says it is seeking to target power, health and locomotive opportunities in the hopes of boosting economies in Africa.
Elon Musk thinks batteries suck, but this didn’t stop his customers from buying the entire supply of the Tesla Powerwall in a matter of days.
Mayor Parks Tau’s greatest success is an electricity plan that makes Johannesburg less dependent on Eskom.
Minister Jeff Radebe has written a detailed article defending President Jacob Zuma’s achievements. Africa Check fact-checked his claims.
Since 2008 when wet coal led to the country’s mines being shut down, it has been clear that the country has been in an energy crisis.
The installation of rooftop photovoltaic panels is on the rise, but South Africa is not as solar-friendly as it could be.
Experts argue that one of the main obstacles to South Africa’s nuclear ambitions is the cost, even with innovative financing models.
The latest electricity blackouts could spur renewed interest in going off the grid for our power supply and reducing our reliance on Eskom.
The power utility says load shedding may worsen this winter as it battles with electricity outages attributed to its antiquated power stations.
The power parastatal has employed external consultant Mike Rossouw to help solve its myriad problems.
The nearly R1-billion budget is in addition to the multibillion-rand nuclear plans SA is considering rolling out as part of its electricity road map.
Eskom has warned that its R7-billion profit will not be enough to meet its revenue shortfall over the next five years and keep the lights on.
Eskom has released two warnings within hours: switch off non-essential appliances or face load shedding; and prepare for another rate hike.
Business Unity South Africa has urged Eskom to let it help find ways to improve the power parastatal’s sustainability and avoid a tariff hike.
Eskom, which produces 95% of South Africa’s electricity, will look to sell more debt as its projects to build more capacity remain on schedule.
Cheap lighting is giving pupils a better chance — and freeing up money for a better diet.
The utility is being accused of holding its customers and the authorities to ransom.
The Commercial Award is for outstanding projects and companies in the commercial sector.
The country’s electricity crisis worsens as power stations break down and international investors stay away.
Why do miners strike? The M&G spoke to residents of a township near Gold Fields, who live without electricity and proper toilets.
Johannesburg electricity utility City Power has said it had to change workers’ shifts because they were irregular and illegal.
Hydropower is a viable alternative to fossil fuels, but South Africa is not realising the benefits of using water to generate energy.
Eskom has been "on the back foot" of its Medupi power station project from the get-go, says its financial director, Paul O’Flaherty.
Vuka Energy Savings is the winner of the Community Renewable Energy Award sponsored by Eskom.
But the municipality’s plan for feed-in from small energy suppliers could be snuffed out by Nersa.
Tasol Solar Energy Solutions has denied being awarded a multimillion-rand solar geyser tender in a court case brought by Numsa against City Power.
About 20 to 25% of all individuals in rural communities will most likely never have the resources or abilities to lessen their dire circumstances.