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After more than a century of monopoly control under Eskom, South Africa is shifting towards a competitive multi-market electricity system, (Eskom)

From monopoly to market: Inside South Africa’s next phase of electricity reform

New report warns electricity reform hinges on execution, not policy

  • Sheree Bega
7 min read
The Koeberg nuclear plant. Photo: David Harrison

Africa deserves better than a nuclear push

Extending the life of Koeberg, with its associated expense and waste-disposal problems, is not necessary — and nuclear energy is not clean or cost-effective

6 min read
After more than 10 months of uninterrupted electricity supply for most of the country, Eskom has issued an alert indicating a high risk of load-shedding this weekend. (Leon Sadiki/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Eskom warns of stage 4 loadshedding over the weekend

The power utility said it experienced several breakdowns in its reserves that required extended repair time

  • Umamah Bakharia
1 min read
The reality is that we simply cannot meet the African continent’s unique energy problems and opportunities without accelerating grid transformation. Photo: Salam Habash / Unsplash

New Electricity Regulation Amendment Act welcome but potential hurdles remain

The new Act heralds a bold move away from Eskom’s monopoly but there is potential for challenge

  • Eyaaz
6 min read
In a country where electricity is essential for daily life, it is fast becoming a privilege rather than a right in South Africa. (David Harrison)

Electricity is a luxury in South Africa

The proposed tariff hikes have sparked debates about inequality, access to power and the future of South Africa’s energy landscape

  • Eyaaz
4 min read