ESKOM has assured residents there is no planned load shedding expected in September or October as indicated by the Democratic Alliance statement issued on Thursday.

In a statement, Eskom said they had not communicated with any stakeholders there would be load shedding.

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“Eskom communicated its summer plan on 4 September at a media briefing held at Megawatt Park, where we indicated that while no load shedding is expected over summer the risk however remains as the system is still tight and vulnerable, as we ramp up plant maintenance.

“Following a statement by the Democratic Alliance’s regarding possible load shedding, Eskom’s Acting Group Chief Executive  Jabu Mabuza is open to discuss details with Mazzone. Eskom continues to encourage residents and businesses to use electricity sparingly. Please switch off geysers as well as all non-essential lighting and electricity appliances to assist in reducing demand,” the power utility said.

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