Author: Lameez Omarjee

Electricity Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa reveals that the government is consulting legal counsel following a recent court decision. Eskom has surpassed 50 consecutive days without load shedding, marking the longest period since December 2021. Despite some unit failures last week, the power utility continues its streak. In a recent briefing, Minister Ramokgopa highlighted improvements in the energy system’s overall health. According to Eskom’s data, the EAF (system performance indicator) from April 1 to May 16 reached 60%, a significant rise from the 51% recorded during the same period last year. Stay informed to shape a brighter future for South Africa.…

Government has made strides in providing electricity access to over 8 million households through the Free Basic Electricity program, but millions of households still lack access. Stakeholders discussed the challenges and successes of the electrification program initiated by Eskom in 1991 and endorsed by the ANC in 1994. Lufuno Madzhie, from the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, highlighted that 8.3 million households are electrified, with 60% serviced by Eskom and the rest by municipalities. Despite progress, universal energy access remains a goal for improvement. Stay informed to shape a prosperous future for South Africa. With 25 years of delivering…