Eskom announces load-shedding schedule as four generating units break down

“Since Saturday, a generating unit each at Camden, Grootvlei, Lethabo and Majuba power stations suffered breakdowns and are undergoing repairs,” the power utility stated.

“A unit each at Kriel and Lethabo power stations were returned to service. The return to service of a unit each at Duvha, Matla and Tutuka power stations have been delayed.”It reported that 6,049MW was offline for planned maintenance, while breakdowns amounted to 17,163MW of generating capacity. “Eskom requests members of the public to continue assisting by reducing the usage and to sparingly use electricity,” Eskom said.and stage 4 during the evening peaks and early mornings.at some Eskom power stations despite the army being deployed to protect them.

Thieves are reportedly stealing copper cable, coal, and diesel with the help of insiders who help get the stolen goods out through a power plant’s main gate with all the correct documentation — something soldiers can’t help with.

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