Embattled power utility Eskom, which has been implementing load-shedding since last week, needs to maintain its ageing plants and have a healthy reserve margin of power to curb rolling blackouts, energy analyst Chris Yelland said on Monday.

The power utility implemented stage 2 load-shedding on Friday last week, which is expected to continue until Thursday, October 14...

Subscribe now to unlock this article.

Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).

There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.

Cancel anytime.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.