TAKE NOTE: Eskom implements stage 2 loadshedding – first for 2019

After two loadshedding-free months, Eskom has once again had to implement loadshedding – the first for 2019.

The power utility said in a statement that today’s stage 2 loadshedding is a result of a shortage of capacity, and it would run from 1pm until 10pm.

“There is also a need to replenish and preserve emergency water and diesel resources to limit loadshedding possibility in the following week.”

While Ballito will not be affected, areas north of Groutville up to Zamani will be without power from 4pm – 6.30pm

Stage 2 calls for 2000MW to be rotationally load shed nationally at a given period. Loadshedding is conducted rotationally as a measure of last resort to protect the power system from a total collapse or blackout.

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“We encourage residents and businesses to please use electricity sparingly to ease the demand of electricity. Please switch off geysers during the day as well as all non-essential lighting and electricity appliances to assist in reducing demand.”

For Eskom customers, the schedules are available on the Eskom website. Eskom customers can also contact the customer contact centre at 0860 037 566.

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