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Generator breakdowns contribute to latest Stage 6 loadshedding escalation

Eskom's Duvha power station

Eskom's Duvha power station

Photo by Bloomberg

11th January 2023

By: Marleny Arnoldi

Deputy Editor Online

     

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State-owned power utility Eskom will implement Stage 6 loadshedding from 16:00 on January 11, until further notice.

The entity cites severe capacity constraints as the reason behind the more prevalent planned blackouts, particularly since eleven generators totalling over 5 GW of capacity had broken down on January 10.

The power stations affected by the breakdowns include Kriel, Kendal, Matla, Duvha, Camden, Hendrina and Majuba.

Fortunately, six units have been returned to service since then, amounting to 2.5 GW of capacity.

Meanwhile, there is also planned maintenance on 5.7 GW worth of units.

Edited by Chanel de Bruyn
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor Online

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