Due to a shortage of generation capacity, Eskom regrets having to implement Stage 2 load-shedding from 17:00 this afternoon until 05:00 on Monday
Eskom says due to a shortage of generation capacity, stage 2 load shedding will be implemented from 5 pm today until 5 am on Monday next week.
The utility said due to severe generation capacity this load shedding was caused by a shortage of generation capacity owing to delays in returning generators to service, as well as breakdowns of nine generators.
“We currently have 3 875MW on planned maintenance, while another 15 067MW of capacity is unavailable due to breakdowns.” Says Eskom
Eskom said it would monitor the system and implement any changes as required.
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