High probability of loadshedding later today
Eskom appeals to the public to help the country get through these constraints by reducing the usage of electricity.
Eskom has announced today, May 25 that a shortage of generation capacity, caused by breakdowns in generation units and delays in others returning to service, has resulted in supply constraints.
While no loadshedding is anticipated at this point, Eskom stated that it could be forced to implement Stage 1, or if necessary, Stage 2 loadshedding at short notice should any further breakdowns occur.
This would most likely occur between 5pm and 10pm.
Eskom requests the public to reduce the usage of electricity as the power system is under severe pressure, with a high probability of loadshedding pic.twitter.com/ibyF0hELLB
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) May 25, 2021
The current outlook for the remainder of the week is expected to improve as Eskom teams are working to return more generators to service.
Breakdowns are currently at 14 857MW of capacity, while another 2 220MW is unavailable due to planned maintenance.
