Electricity

Wednesday, 29 April 2026: Three emerging young scientists are set to represent South Africa at the prestigious Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), showcasing innovative research that addresses critical global challenges in environmental sustainability, space science and biomedical advancement. The Regeneron ISEF is the world’s largest pre-college science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) competition....

28 April 2026 South32 and Eskom are advancing discussions on a new, long-term electricity solution for the Hillside Aluminium Smelter in KwaZulu-Natal, targeted to commence in 2031, subject to compliance with all regulatory requirements. Both organisations have reaffirmed their shared ambition to develop and deliver a long-term energy solution that supports Hillside’s competitiveness, contributes to...

Friday, 24 April 2026: Despite continued weather‑related increases in demand and elevated planned maintenance at power stations, Eskom has sustained a stable and reliable power system. Improved fleet performance and significantly lower diesel usage reflect sustained progress under the Generation Recovery Plan and signal growing operational resilience and cost efficiency across the system. For the...

Wednesday, 22 April 2026: As part of its ongoing governance, risk and assurance processes, Eskom’s newly established Group Investigations and Security Department launched an investigation into possible irregularities relating to the procurement of diesel fuel and storage contracts. Eskom can confirm the investigation is now in its final stages of completion and remains subject to...

Wednesday, 22 April 2026: Eskom enters the 2026 winter season with a resilient power system, projecting a winter period of continued energy stability from 1 April to 31 August 2026. This positive outlook follows the successful conclusion of the summer period, during which the national grid operated with ongoing sustained reliability. With the Generation Recovery...

Friday, 17 April 2026: Eskom continues to deliver a reliable and resilient electricity supply despite the slight increase in demand driven by cloudy weather conditions, supported by strengthened generation performance, increased available capacity and a reduction in reliance on emergency generation. The Generation Recovery Plan continues to yield positive outcomes, with the year-on-year Energy Availability...

Friday, 17 April 2026: Eskom has noted recent public commentary by the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) regarding the 2026 wage negotiations, including claims that Eskom budgeted for a 9% increase for bargaining‑unit employees and that management received more than 100% salary increases. Eskom confirms that the 2026 wage negotiation process has...

Friday, 17 April 2026: Eskom is pleased to announce the formal conclusion of the 2026 wage negotiation cycle within the Central Bargaining Forum (CBF). This follows the signing of a collective wage agreement by the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) and Solidarity. The signatory unions represent more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the employees in...

Friday, 10 April 2026: Eskom continues to deliver a reliable and resilient electricity supply, supported by strengthening generation performance and a sustained reduction in reliance on emergency generation. Progress under the Generation Recovery Plan has resulted in a 9.22% year-on-year increase in Energy Availability Factor (EAF) and over 10 months of uninterrupted power supply, reflecting...