STAGE 2 LOAD SHEDDING TO BE IMPLEMENTED DURING EVENING PEAK

Tue 13 May 2025:

Eskom has announced that it will implement Stage 2 load shedding during evening peak from 4pm today until 10pm on Thursday evening.

The power utility explained that the move is aimed at managing “limited generation capacity and to ensure continued supply during the working days”.

“This decision follows the delayed return of generation units, amounting to 3 120MW, as well as an additional loss of 1 385MW in the past 24 hours due to unplanned breakdowns.

“The primary reason for this setback is the delay in returning several units from planned maintenance. These delays, coupled with an unplanned capacity loss that has now temporarily exceeded 13 000MW, align with the risk scenarios shared in our Winter 2025 Outlook,” Eskom said.

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The electricity provider added that essential intense maintenance at power stations “temporarily reduces system flexibility and resilience”.

“As a result, the grid is more sensitive to unexpected disruptions. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this causes. Eskom remains firmly committed to supplying electricity reliably.

“Our teams continue to work with determination and professionalism to stabilise and strengthen the system as a result of the structural improvements across the generation fleet. Load shedding incidents have significantly decreased when compared to previous years.

“The recent setbacks impacted our operational performance and have been acknowledged in our Winter Outlook, along with a clear recovery plan,” Eskom said.

Furthermore, the system remains in a stronger position than in past winters, with 96% of our generating capacity available over the past financial year, compared to just 9% in previous year.

“We also continue to expand capacity. Three major Eskom projects are on track to bring an additional 2 500MW onto the grid — a crucial milestone toward full recovery, with commitment from our private sector partners to deliver on their commitments,” the power utility said.

Eskom Group Chief Executive, Dan Marokane, assured that the setbacks at the power utility are being addressed.

“Our new Operational Excellence Programme is key to restoring performance. We are reinforcing oversight, strengthening accountability, and aligning service providers with stricter performance standards. This forms part of our broader drive for consistent improvement through Systems, People, and Processes.

“We are determined to build on the progress already achieved. The delays in returning units are being addressed with urgency by senior leadership,” Marokane said.

– SAnews.gov.za

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