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SA Gas Crisis Threatens 70,000 Jobs

5 entriesFri, Jul 3 – Thu, Jul 9Energy & Cleantech

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  1. Thu, Jul 9LatestUnverified — not yet reviewed

    Eskom Ends Load Reduction for One Million Customers Ahead of Schedule

    Eskom has lifted load reduction restrictions for approximately one million customers, meeting and exceeding its own supply stabilisation targets ahead of schedule. The milestone represents a measurable improvement in electricity supply stability with downstream implications for South Africa's digital economy and business confidence.

  2. Thu, Jul 9Unverified — not yet reviewed

    Load-Shedding Persists in Parts of South Africa Despite Eskom Progress Claims

    Reports confirm that load-shedding has not fully ended in South Africa, with targeted power cuts continuing in certain areas despite Eskom's announcement of progress on supply stabilisation. The discrepancy between official communications and on-the-ground experience complicates investor and business assessments of South Africa's energy reliability.

  3. Tue, Jul 7Unverified — not yet reviewed

    Eskom Chair and Business Lobby in Open War Over Grid Reform

    Eskom's board chairman and the head of South Africa's Business Leadership South Africa have entered a public dispute over the direction of grid reform, with BLSA chief executive Busisiwe Mavuso issuing a direct public rebuke to Eskom chair Mteto Nyati. The conflict over grid ownership and private energy investment rules directly shapes the timeline and risk profile of South Africa's energy transition.

  4. Sun, Jul 5Unverified — not yet reviewed

    Mbeki makes corruption allegations against Eskom management

    Former South African President Thabo Mbeki has made public allegations of corruption against Eskom management, claiming deliberate sabotage contributed to the country's load-shedding crisis. The statements reopen a contested debate about the causes of South Africa's electricity sector failures.

  5. Fri, Jul 3Unverified — not yet reviewed

    SA gas sector crisis threatens 70,000 jobs with knock-on energy and industry impact

    A developing crisis in South Africa's gas sector is being projected to put up to 70,000 jobs at risk, flagging a systemic energy vulnerability with broader industrial implications. The scenario is relevant to investors and operators assessing South Africa's energy transition risk alongside its electricity grid challenges.