Eskom to suspend load shedding after implementing Stage 2
The power utility suffered a loss of five generation units on Wednesday, placing pressure on the national grid.
An illuminated signboard on display outside the Eskom Regional Office in Braamfontein, Johannesburg during load shedding on 31 January, 2023. Picture: AFP
JOHANNESBURG - Eskom is expected to suspend load shedding on Thursday, after implementing Stage 2 on Wednesday night.
The power utility suffered a loss of five generation units on Wednesday, placing pressure on the national grid.
After keeping the lights on for a record run last year, challenges at Medupi, Camden and Majuba power stations dealt Eskom a blow to its clean slate.
Stage 6 load shedding took the country by surprise earlier this year, with power cuts since alternating between Stages 1 and 4.
“In light of the ongoing system constraints, we urge the public to use electricity sparingly. Eskom sincerely apologises for the inconvenience caused and will continue to provide updates as required,” said Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokwena.
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— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) March 19, 2025
Wednesday, 19 March 2025: While we have made notable progress in our generation recovery efforts, Eskom faced the loss of five generation units before the peak period. Consequently, Stage 2 loadshedding was implemented at 18:25 and will remain in effect until 5:00…