Eskom’s tariff increases from 2024 to 2027 will result in consumers experiencing a 70% price hike which excludes the plan to dispense with the discounted rates for low-usage households and the hikes of the time-of-use tariff system
The power utility is guilty of trying to ‘milk a cow that no longer has the ability to produce’, a ratepayer told regulator Nersa at its public hearings in Durban on Friday
South Africa’s energy sector is at a crossroads. The Matla-Urja Energy Conference, held on 27–28 November at Wits Business School, put into focus the urgency of reshaping the nation’s energy mix. With South Africa’s reliance on coal for 80% of its energy, the country faces mounting pressure to transition toward a sustainable energy future while maintaining economic stability
South Africa’s energy sector faces existential challenges, from recurring load-shedding to structural inefficiencies in its energy infrastructure. At the Matla-Urja Energy Conference, Minister of Electricity and Energy, Kgosientsho Ramakgopa outlined a roadmap for overcoming these challenges
The ‘challenges’ being experienced in the metro were no different to those in other municipalities, the minister said
On Monday, a security vehicle escorting the power utility’s workers into the area was hijacked
The proposed tariff hikes have sparked debates about inequality, access to power and the future of South Africa’s energy landscape
If the amendment to the Electricity Act is to be effective, fiscal instability at local government level needs to be tackled
The shutdown has intensified debates over nuclear power, with activists challenging its reliability and cost-effectiveness
Lomas was brought to South Africa from the United Kingdom to stand trial with former Eskom executives
Gordhan’s last political act was to call for a ‘reset’ and a return to progressive politics
Massive proposed electricity price increases will leave many South Africans having to choose between buying food or having power
The chief executive was hopeful that by year end, the utility would get an additional 2 500 megawatts from several power stations.
The proclamation by President Cyril Ramaphosa is an apparent about-turn from earlier plans that would have seen state firms fall under the control of his office
The power utility has achieve 150 consecutive days of without blackouts
The disconnect-reconnect cycle in townships is a reminder that giving people legal, affordable access to power goes beyond technical solutions
The Democratic Alliance insists that crucial SOEs such as Eskom should report to related ministries for better accountability
The move is aimed at helping South Africa get off the Financial Action Task Force grey list and the prosecute state capture cases
Tutuka, Kendal and Kriel coal-fired power stations have emerged as stars, the electricity and energy minister said.
State-owned companies will have to disclose data on their highest and lowest paid employees in an effort to solve wage disparities and be more transparent
The president said he carried final responsibility for ensuring the executive functioned efficiently and his office had a proven track record of reform
Prof Emmanuel Iwuoha’s legacy transforms lives through nanoscience
Civil servants need to be ‘insulated’ from politics and allowed to do their work
Courageous Samson Mokoena dedicated his time to fighting pollution and his determination to take on ArcelorMittal saw a landmark court ruling
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Operation Vulindlela is forging ahead with its next phase amid ongoing wrangling over positions in his executive
City Power says it cut power as a ‘last resort’ to save the grid from collapse – and recoup debts
The province is the focus of ambitious plans for GH2 power development but civil society organisations fear it promises more than can be delivered
The Presidential Climate Commission has warned that South Africa risks missing emission target deadlines amid postponed coal phaseout
The deputy finance minister also says liberalising the energy sector is key to growing the economy
This is the first time that the power utility has achieved an energy availability factor of higher than 70% since 2021
The improved load-shedding situation over the past month have been aided by solar photovoltaic energy and lower demand
We struggle to be convinced that the winter outlook Eskom released, which anticipates stage two load-shedding, will come through