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50 Facts About Eskom

    1. About Eskom and Electricity – Hydropower Contribution: Hydropower accounts for approximately 4% of total generation.
    2. About Eskom and Electricity – Wind Power: Eskom has invested in wind energy projects, contributing to the renewable mix.
    3. About Eskom and Electricity – Transmission Network: Eskom has a transmission network of over 35,000 kilometers.
    4. About Eskom and Electricity – Distribution Network: Covers both urban and rural areas, reaching millions of customers.
    5. About Eskom and Electricity – Employees: Employs around 48,000 staff members.
    6. About Eskom and Electricity – Customer Base: Serves more than 3 million customers across South Africa.
    7. About Eskom and Electricity – Load Shedding: Has implemented load shedding during periods of high demand or maintenance.
    8. About Eskom and Electricity – Revenue: Eskom’s annual revenue is in the range of hundreds of billions of rand.
    9. About Eskom and Electricity – Debt: The company has faced significant debt challenges, exceeding R400 billion.
    10. About Eskom and Electricity – Government Support: Received financial assistance from the South African government to stabilize operations.
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