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Eskom faces R2. 2 billion municipal debt and ongoing challenges in KwaZulu-Natal
Eskom officials in KwaZulu-Natal discuss the R2. 2 billion municipal debt, illegal connections, and community interference affecting electricity supply, while outlining plans to address these challenges.
Eskom's remarkable turnaround: A hopeful outlook for 2025
Despite a challenging year, South Africans can look forward to 2025 with renewed hope. Out of 364 days, we enjoyed 255 days without load shedding—a remarkable turnaround.
De Ruyter burnt billions and still failed at Eskom
Energy experts argue that former Eskom chief executive Andre de Ruyter will not only be remembered for nearly bringing Eskom to its knees but for wasting even more much-needed billions of rand in burning diesel and still failed to keep the lights on
Gordhan’s failed privatisation legacy lives on
Some unions and and members of the public sector remembered Gordhan as the minister who destroyed people’s livelihood.
There is life yet in De Ruyter’s dead horse
It’s hard to believe that the same Eskom that its former chief executive Andre de Ruyter characterised as a dead horse has not implemented load shedding since March 26.
Guiding lights Koko and Molefe are struck off NPA roll
The social, economic and political management and justice questions pertaining to the period circa 2018–2024 February, including the closure of Eskom’s Komati power plant, are relevant.
De Ruyter’s half-baked accusations of Eskom diesel spend are ironic
However, most of the diesel spend over the five years was during De Ruyter’s tenure at Eskom. Under his leadership, Eskom’s power plants performance also took a major downturn in performance.
Private sector can supply Mzansi with cheaper electricity, former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter claims
State power utility Eskom could soon play second fiddle to the private sector when it comes to generating electricity in the country, so says former Eskom chief executive Andre de Ruyter, who also believes the sector can produce cheaper electricity for over 60 million South Africans.
Lights on at all costs? Eskom refutes political allegations leading up to elections
Blow by blow no political party is sparing the punches when it comes to calling out the ruling party over allegations that it is pressuring Eskom to keep the lights on at all costs.
South Africans paying the price for Eskom’s inefficiencies
OPINION: Many South Africans are furious about this high electricity tariff increase of 12. 74%, arguing that it is way above, far more than double, the current consumer price index (CPI) of 5. 6% in February, writes Prof. Bonke Dumisa.
DA’s brawl with Pravin Gordhan intensifies over SAA-Takatso deal
The committee on public enterprises is recommending an investigation by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) into the collapsed SAA-Takatso deal due to allegations of irregularities suspected when the deal was being negotiated.
Why SA procurement regulations spell a death sentence for Eskom generation in a liberalised electricity market
Part 1: Procurement Policies and the resultant admin burden: Why Eskom struggles to replace a critical component failure during an emergency.
Marokane faces tough job as he steps into Eskom CEO role in March
Eskom board chairman Mteto Nyati on Friday said the Eskom employees were excited to hear that Marokane would rejoin the company as they remember his hands-on leadership style that was needed right now.
Eskom's New Dawn: Dan Marokane takes on South Africa’s toughest job one month earlier than expected
In an unexpected acceleration, Dan Marokane, known for his dynamic leadership, will assume his role as the Group Chief Executive of Eskom on March 1, a month ahead of schedule.
South Africa may see more load shedding as Eskom says ‘no thanks’ to Mozambique power offer
Eskom said on Thursday that it rejected the offer by Mozambique to buy 100 MW of electricity from the country.
Unbundling - are the Oligarchs coming for Eskom?
Liberalising South Africa's electricity market: Rent-seeking is on the horizon.
Exodus of SOE officials not due to political interference – Gordhan
The state-owned entities falling under the Public Enterprises Department have seen several resignations by top officials in recent months.
Parliamentary committee hopes Marokane will stabilise Eskom
The portfolio committee on public enterprises said it plans to meet with the new Eskom CEO,, Dan Marokane, and the Board early next year to understand his plans for the power utility.
Eskom suspends load shedding sporadically. Find out the times here
Eskom is expected to publish the week outlook on Sunday afternoon adding that it would communicate should any significant changes occur.
Gordhan confirms Dan Marokane as new Eskom CEO
The Department of Public Enterprises said Dan Marokane will assume his duties before the end of March next year.
Eskom’s graft-accused security head wants package for her exit
An Eskom source said on November 6, Karen Pillay went to CCMA in an attempt to evade accountability, and sought to facilitate an early exit with her complete package
De Ruyter’s ‘operational’ report likened to Stratcom
Retired brigadier subpoenaed to testify on corruption in Eskom after refusing to appear voluntarily at least three times.
Former SAPS senior official to be subpoenaed to appear before Scopa
The Standing Committee on Public Accounts said they want former South African Police Service official Jaap Burger to appear on November 15 to give evidence on corruption at Eskom.
Makwana’s resignation as chair of Eskom leaves big shoes to fill
Nedbank’s Mteto Nyati mysteriously resigned days ago from Nedbank and on Monday later afternoon he suddenly gets appointed as interim chair of Eskom. This raises red flags, says the author.
Scopa to offer retired police officer last chance to testify
In June SAPS commissioner Fannie Masemola informed Scopa that Burger cited safety concerns about appearing publicly.