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South Africa’s Eskom Accelerates Grid Modernization to Eliminate Power Reductions by 2027

South Africa’s state-owned utility Eskom is intensifying efforts to eliminate load reduction by 2027 as grid stability improves. The comprehensive strategy includes expanding free basic electricity, accelerating smart meter installations, and deploying distributed energy resources across high-risk areas.

Eskom’s Comprehensive Strategy to End Load Reduction

South Africa’s state-owned power utility Eskom is reportedly bolstering efforts to eliminate load reduction entirely by 2027, according to recent announcements. The utility’s Load Reduction Elimination Strategy, launched by Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa on September 25, establishes a detailed roadmap to strengthen the country’s distribution network and address electricity challenges in high-risk areas.

by Marcus Linfield
EnergyPolicy

South African Government Approves Major Energy Sector Leadership Changes and New Power Plan

The South African government has reportedly approved significant board changes at state-owned energy enterprises Eskom and Necsa. These leadership shifts coincide with the approval of a new Integrated Resource Plan aimed at addressing the nation’s power challenges.

Major Energy Sector Restructuring Approved

The Cabinet of South Africa has reportedly approved significant board changes at key state-owned energy enterprises alongside a new Integrated Resource Plan, according to recent government announcements. Sources indicate these decisions represent a comprehensive approach to addressing the country’s ongoing energy challenges and transitioning toward more sustainable power generation.

by Marcus Linfield
EnergyTechnology

Eskom’s Diesel Power Generation Remains High Despite Loadshedding Relief

South Africa’s power utility Eskom continues relying heavily on diesel-powered generation despite dramatically reduced loadshedding. The open-cycle gas turbines produced over 1,000 gigawatt-hours in the first half of 2025/26, costing substantially more than coal-based electricity generation.

Eskom’s Continued Diesel Dependency Despite Loadshedding Improvement

Despite experiencing just four days of rolling blackouts during the first half of the 2025/26 financial year, South Africa’s power utility Eskom reportedly generated more than 1,000 gigawatt-hours of electricity using its diesel-powered open-cycle gas turbines, according to recent reports. This continued reliance on expensive generation methods comes even as the utility has made significant progress in reducing loadshedding compared to previous years.

by Marcus Linfield