According to the statement released, Power Utility Eskom has announced that it will implement Stage 2 load shedding from 17:00 on Tuesday until 05:00 on Monday.
This occurrence is because of the delays in generators being returned to service along with several breakdowns. Eskom spokesperson Sikonathi Mantshantsha says, “Eskom will continue to monitor the system and implement any changes as required.”
“Since yesterday a generation unit each at Lethabo, Tutuka, Ingula, Drakensberg, Arnot as well as two units each at Hendrina and Matla power stations suffered breakdowns. Further, delays in returning generators to service at Arnot, Kendal and three units at Tutuka power stations have added to the capacity constraints,” the statement reads.
Eskom expects to return as many units to service over the next few days and use emergency generating resources to limit the load shedding during this course.
The utility has 3 875MW on planned maintenance, while 15 067MW is unavailable due to breakdowns.
Further significant developments about this matter will be communicated. In the meantime, the public is advised to continue using electricity sparingly.
