Stage Six

‘Prudent operation and maintenance practices’ could prevent up to six stages of load-shedding, according to the report from the VGBE

By Wednesday this week, load-shedding is projected to ease to lower stages

The electricity minister apologises for stage six load-shedding

Eskom will implement stage six load-shedding, or up to 10 hours of blackouts, from Tuesday morning until further notice

A cold spell combined with multiple generator breakdowns could necessitate higher levels of rotational blackouts

The ramped-up electricity cuts come amid a severe cold snap

Don’t use geysers from five to nine at night, electricity minister pleads, while the cold, dark winter Eskom promised hits the country and power stations continue to break down

The electricity minister’s plan will be discussed at a special cabinet meeting called by President Cyril Ramaphosa

People living in Tembisa have had enough of load-shedding. They want the government to do something about it

Many people in South Africa’s townships and suburbs have blamed the government for the ongoing blackouts that are harming their lives

Eskom’s chairperson said maintenance and repairs plus issues such as leadership, organisational culture and internal controls will be dealt with

Opposition parties and other organisations aim to take Eskom to court over the crippling power cuts

It is unlikely that insurance will cover the damage or that the government will bail out companies