Eskom has implemented Stage 2 load-shedding in a bid to replenish emergency reserves ahead of the colder weather expected this week.
Stage 2 is being implemented until 16:00 on Monday and will be followed by Stage 3 until 05:00 on Tuesday.
Thereafter Stage 2 will return during the day with that pattern repeating until further notice.
“Breakdowns are currently at 16 150MW of generating capacity while the capacity out of service for planned maintenance is 5 950MW. Over the past 24 hours, a generation unit each at Duvha, Grootvlei, Kusile and Matimba power stations was taken offline for repairs,” Eskom said.
“In the same period, a generation unit at Kriel Power Station was returned to service. Eskom teams are working tirelessly to ensure that additional generating units are returned to service as soon as possible,” the power utility said.
It urged consumers to use power sparingly this week.
“Eskom’s load forecast for the evening peak demand is 24 824MW and Monday’s peak demand is anticipated to be 27 557MW. We appeal to the members of the public to continue reducing demand by switching off non-essential appliances.”– SAnews.gov.za
