South Africa Hits 300 Days without Load Shedding

South Africa hits 300 days without load shedding

South Africa has reached 300 consecutive days without load shedding, marking a major milestone in the country’s power recovery. Eskom confirmed the achievement was reached at midnight on 12 March 2026. The power utility said the improvement reflects stronger performance across its generation fleet. An Energy Availability Factor (EAF) of about 65.85% for the financial year has helped maintain stability on the grid. Unplanned outages have also fal…

Eskom celebrates more than 300 days of no load shedding

South Africa has now reached 300 consecutive days without load shedding, said Eskom on Friday. The 300 mark was achieved at midnight on 12 March 2026, with only 26 hours of load shedding recorded in April and May 2025, during this financial year “This achievement reflects the sustained upward trajectory in plant performance, supported by an Energy Availability Factor (EAF) that is consistently above 65%, currently at 65.85% for the financial yea…

South Africa Marks 300 Days Without Loadshedding As Eskom Stabilizes Power Supply

South Africa has marked 300 days without loadshedding, a significant achievement reflecting improvements in its energy sector after nearly two decades of shortages. This progress follows Eskom's Operational Recovery Plan, enhancing existing power station efficiencies, alongside increased investments in renewable energy. However, experts caution that future investments in infrastructure are vital for sustained stability. The post South Africa Mar…