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The case of suspended Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola has prompted some people to argue that, because he is not alleged to have personally profited from corruption, he is somehow less guilty than those who did.
The post FANNIE MASEMOLA: HOLDING ACCOUNTING OFFICERS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOOTING IN THEIR DEPARTMENTS IS LONG OVERDUE appeared first on For Good.
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...
During a recent special council meeting of the Ekurhuleni Metro Council, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) voted against the Metro’s proposed electricity tariffs for 2026/27, while the majority of councillors accepted the increase. In the debate on the matter, the Freedom Front Plus emphasised that the Metro is under no obligation to implement the […]
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While Johannesburg residents are already plagued by poor service delivery, potholes, broken traffic lights, and frequent water and electricity outages, they will have to pay even more for the same poor service as from 1 July 2026. The proposed tariff increases of 12,5% for water, 11% for sanitation and sewerage, and 9,01% for electricity far […]
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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...
The oversight visits by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) to the Free State municipalities of Masilonyana and Nketoana have uncovered a disturbing picture of how these municipalities are failing both financially and administratively. The two municipalities’ leadership simply disregard legislation and provincial authority. Masilonyana has […]
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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...
The decision by the Mayor of the Tshwane Metro, Nasiphi Moya, to host this year’s State of the City Address (SOCA) at Unisa with excessive glitz and glamour demonstrates a shocking disregard for the Metro’s serious financial predicament. While the Metro is technically bankrupt, thousands are squandered on a vanity project that does nothing to […]
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The State of the Capital Address (SoCA) delivered by the Executive Mayor of Tshwane’s multi-party coalition government laid out the undeniable truth that South Africa’s Capital City is on the rise.
The post THE NUMBERS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES: TSHWANE IS RISING! appeared first on For Good.
A draft environmental scoping report says the Eastern Cape coastal site is the most viable, but a heritage protection order could complicate the process
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...
Friday, 10 April 2026: The Eskom Smelter Task Team has concluded a 62c/kWh electricity tariff for Samancor Chrome and Glencore–Merafe Chrome ferrochrome smelters. The tariff intervention improves Eskom’s liquidity without requiring higher tariffs, additional Eskom borrowing, or further government support. It also provides Eskom with predictable sales volumes for up to the next five years...
Tuesday, 07 April 2026: Eskom is pleased to announce the successful redemption of its ES26 bond, marking a decisive milestone in the utility’s journey toward financial independence. First issued in March 2007 as a R500 million tranche at a coupon of 7.85%, the ES26 bond grew to an outstanding amount of approximately R38 billion over...
Friday, 03 April 2026: Eskom is delivering a stable and resilient power system, driven by clear, measurable improvements across its generation fleet that are translating into sustained operational gains. The decisive execution of the Generation Recovery Plan has lifted the Energy Availability Factor (EAF) to 65.35% year‑to‑date and reduced diesel expenditure by 62.46% year‑on‑year. These...
02 April 2026 Exxaro Resources and Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd yesterday signed a new long-term Coal Supply Agreement (CSA) between Exxaro’s Matla Mine and Eskom, securing the continued supply of coal from Exxaro’s Matla Mine to the Matla Power Station and reinforcing a strategic partnership that has supported South Africa’s electricity generation for more than...
Wednesday, 01 April 2026: South Africa’s young scientists have once again demonstrated excellence on the global stage, achieving outstanding results at the International Festival of Engineering Science and Technology in Tunisia (IFEST²) and the Beijing Youth Science Creation Competition (BYSCC) in China. At IFEST², held from 23 to 29 March 2026, three learners who represented...
In October 2024, our multi-party coalition government promised the residents of Tshwane that financial sustainability was a priority.
The post GOOD SUPPORTS THE RELEASE OF THE DRAFT FULLY FUNDED BUDGET FOR THE 2026/27 FINANCIAL YEAR FOR TSHWANE appeared first on For Good.
When Eskom refers to a “feeder” in their technical reports or Load Reduction schedules, they are essentially talking about the main electrical artery that delivers power from a local substation to a specific neighborhood or group of streets. Think of the electrical grid like a tree: the substation is the trunk, and the feeders are …
Eskom’s plans to cut power to 14 indebted municipalities expose a deepening crisis in South Africa’s state-owned electricity provider.
Friday, 27 March 2026: South Africa’s power grid continues to demonstrate a sustained period of stability, with Eskom’s generation fleet delivering consistent improvements and strong operational performance. This progress, driven by the Generation Recovery Plan, has resulted in a 10.80% improvement in the Energy Availability Factor (EAF), which stands at 65.37% for the financial year...
Although the implementation of NERSA-approved Eskom tariff increases cannot be circumvented, the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) cannot support a procedurally flawed and unlawful process that violates residents’ right to public participation. The process also disregarded a court judgement in which AfriForum successfully challenged the energy regulator, NERSA, on transparency. The court laid down clear […]
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Thursday, 26 March 2026: Eskom is strengthening its support for customers using Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) systems, such as rooftop solar, by extending its registration fee waiver from 31 March 2026 to 30 September 2026 and advancing the introduction of a prepaid option for residential customers. These measures ensure that systems of up to 50kW...