Electricity
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Tokologo municipality loses R12.16 million in electricity, faces Eskom disconnection
The Democratic Alliance urges urgent reforms to tackle R12.16 million electricity losses at Tokologo Local Municipality, which significantly exceed acceptable limits. Eskom may disconnect services due to outstanding arrears. The…
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Most hardest-hit areas have electricity again after storm
CAPE TOWN – The Western Cape Government says significant progress has been made in restoring electricity to communities affected by last month’s severe storms, with 92% of impacted areas across…
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Eskom works to restore power to Western Cape towns
Eskom is repairing damaged infrastructure to restore electricity in the Western Cape after severe weather caused widespread outages and challenges.
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Matjhabeng is not only powerless, but the taps in large sections of the municipality are dry
Residents in Matjhabeng Local Municipality faced severe electricity outages over the Freedom Day and Workers’ Day weekend, lasting over five days in some areas. Critical services were compromised, with hospitals…
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DA questions legality of electricity restoration practices in Matjhabeng
The Democratic Alliance in Matjhabeng Local Municipality has filed complaints regarding electricity service failures and resident exploitation. Odendaalsrus residents lost power for three days, and the Acting Municipal Manager suggested…
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Solar-powered bike expedition showcases African innovation
Solar electric bikes travel 6,200km from Kenya to South Africa in groundbreaking journey documented in ‘Recharging Hope’ series.
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Government to increase free electricity allocation for poor households
South Africa’s free basic electricity allocation for indigent households will be increased after the current 50 kilowatt-hour limit was deemed no longer adequate for modern household needs.
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Government debunks fake Stage 6 loadshedding posts on social media
The South African government has dismissed as “false and misleading” social media claims that Stage 6 loadshedding will resume on 10 January.
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Ligte brand ná ‘dekades’ vir Sir Lowry’s Pass-informele nedersettings
Ná dekades van stryd sien Kanaal en Bloekombos uiteindelik hoop terwyl Eskom besig is om die gemeenskappe te elektrifiseer, hoewel nog nie voltooi nie.
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Crime plagues Firgrove power grid as theft and vandalism cause extensive outages
Customers in Firgrove and surrounding areas have been grappling with extensive power faults since Friday 10 October, with Eskom confirming that criminal activities and accidents are responsible for the interruptions.
