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Eskom Load Shedding Schedule For 2026 - Live Updates & Blackout Information
Get live updates on Eskom's current 2025 load shedding schedule with real-time status, upcoming power cuts, and area-specific schedules.
View live schedule & fact check →SASSA April 2026: Easter Shifts Payment Dates, New Grant Amounts Kick In
April 2026 brings two major changes for SASSA beneficiaries: Easter pushes grant payment dates later than usual, and the new financial year grant increases take effect. Here is what you need to know.
Read more →Eskom Reports 203 Days Without Loadshedding as Power System Remains Stable
Eskom reports substantial improvements in generation performance with 729MW reduction in unplanned outages, 68.29% EAF for November, and minimal diesel expenditure as South Africa reaches 203 days without loadshedding.
Read more →Eskom Maintains Grid Stability with Improved Plant Performance and No Loadshedding for 196 Days
South Africa's power system remains stable with EAF at 68.48%, reduced unplanned outages by 763MW, and minimal diesel usage as generation recovery plan shows results
Read more →Eskom Reports 70% Energy Availability as Power System Stabilizes
Eskom records 189 consecutive days without power interruptions as plant performance improves and unplanned outages drop by over 2,300MW compared to 2024
Read more →Eskom Reports Improved Fleet Performance: 182 Days Without Loadshedding as EAF Hits 70.75%
Eskom's latest performance update shows significant improvements with EAF at 70.75%, reduced diesel usage, and 182 consecutive days without loadshedding. See the full analysis and outlook.
Read more →Eskom Reports 71.5% Energy Availability as Koeberg Unit 2 Receives 20-Year License Extension
South Africa's power system shows continued improvement with EAF at 71.5%, unplanned outages reduced by 2,302MW, and Koeberg Unit 2 licensed to operate until 2045, supporting 175 consecutive days without loadshedding.
Read more →SA Marks 168 Days Without Loadshedding as Koeberg Unit 1 Rejoins Grid
South Africa reaches 168 days without loadshedding as Koeberg Unit 1 returns to service, unplanned outages drop by 1,069MW year-on-year, and EAF improves to 65.9%
Read more →Koeberg Unit 1 Returns to Grid, Adding 930MW to Baseload Power
Koeberg Nuclear Power Station's Unit 1 successfully reconnected to South Africa's national grid following maintenance, restoring 930MW of baseload power and strengthening energy security.
Read more →Eskom Unveils Plan to Eliminate Load Reduction by 2027 as Generation Improves
Eskom announces three-pronged approach to end load reduction by 2027, including smart meter rollout to 6.2 million customers and expanded Free Basic Electricity program as generation performance reaches 70% EAF.
Read more →Generation Recovery Plan Shows Results: Unplanned Outages Drop by 1,201MW as Grid Stability Continues
South Africa's power grid achieves 70% EAF multiple times since August, with generation recovery plan delivering consistent electricity for 98% of current financial year
Read more →Eskom Hits 70% Energy Availability Target, Loadshedding-Free Streak Reaches 154 Days
Eskom achieves significant milestone with 70% energy availability in September 2025, maintaining 154 consecutive days without loadshedding and reduced reliance on diesel generation.
Read more →South Africa's Power System Shows Stability: 147 Days Without Loadshedding
South Africa's power system maintains stability with improved generation performance, reduced unplanned outages, and 147 consecutive days without loadshedding
Read more →Record 140 Days Without Loadshedding as Eskom Hits 70% Energy Availability Target
Eskom achieves month-to-date Energy Availability Factor of 70.45%, completes Kusile Unit 6, and marks 140 consecutive days without loadshedding. Latest updates on power stability and generation improvements.
Read more →Loadshedding-Free Streak Hits 133 Days as Eskom Achieves 70% Energy Availability
Eskom achieves 71.15% energy availability as South Africa marks 133 days without loadshedding. Koeberg Unit 1 nears return while diesel usage drops significantly.
Read more →Eskom Achieves 8-Year Low in Unplanned Outages as 126-Day Loadshedding-Free Streak Continues
Eskom reports significant improvements with unplanned outages at an 8-year low, steady 71% Energy Availability Factor, and 126 consecutive days without loadshedding. Diesel usage continues to decline.
Read more →Loadshedding-Free Streak Reaches 119 Days as Eskom Reports 71.6% Energy Availability
South Africa marks 119 consecutive days without loadshedding as Eskom's generation recovery plan delivers improved plant performance, with unplanned outages below 8,000MW and EAF at 71.6%.
Read more →Eskom Projects Loadshedding-Free Summer Following Successful Winter Performance
After recording only 26 hours of loadshedding during winter 2025, Eskom forecasts a loadshedding-free summer with 4,000MW capacity added and EAF reaching 61.1%
Read more →112 Days Without Loadshedding: Eskom Reports 7,055MW Unplanned Outages and 73% EAF
Eskom reports unplanned outages down to 7,055MW and month-to-date EAF exceeding 70%, projecting loadshedding-free summer as Generation Recovery Plan yields results
Read more →105 Days Without Loadshedding: Eskom Reports Stable Power System as Winter Concludes
Eskom maintains power stability with EAF reaching 66.15% and unplanned outages below 9,000MW. See the latest performance data and what to expect for spring 2025.
Read more →Historic Drop in Unplanned Outages: Eskom Reports First Sub-8000MW Breakdown Level Since 2020
Eskom's unplanned outages drop below 8000MW for first time since December 2020, with 4850MW capacity returning soon and no loadshedding since May 2025
Read more →Winter Power System Remains Stable with No Loadshedding Since May
South Africa's power system maintains stability with over 4,100MW set to return by Monday. Unplanned outages at 10,538MW as EAF reaches 64.65% in August.
Read more →Eskom Reports Continued Grid Stability with No Loadshedding Since May 15
Eskom maintains power system stability with only 26 hours of loadshedding since April. Unplanned outages at 11,170MW with EAF rising to 65.38% as 3,280MW set to return ahead of Monday's peak.
Read more →No Loadshedding for Over 2 Months as Coal Fleet Stabilizes, Unplanned Outages Hit Historic Low
South Africa marks over 2 months without loadshedding as Eskom's unplanned outages drop to historic 8,525MW low. Only 26 hours of loadshedding implemented since April 2025.
Read more →Power System Stability Continues, No Loadshedding Since Mid-May
Eskom maintains grid stability with unplanned outages at 11,695MW, plans to add 3,960MW capacity by Monday, and has kept loadshedding suspended for over 2 months.
Read more →Unplanned Outages Drop to 10,846MW as Eskom Maintains Power Stability Since Mid-May
Eskom reports stable power system with reduced unplanned outages at 10,846MW and EAF of 62.31%. Additional 3,330MW capacity returning by Monday with diesel usage down 48.4% from last year.
Read more →Koeberg Unit 1 Return Delayed Until August 2025, Eskom Confirms No Increased Loadshedding Risk
Eskom extends Koeberg Unit 1's return to service until August 2025 after finding steam generator defects. Winter electricity supply remains stable with no additional loadshedding risk.
Read more →Power Grid Remains Stable as Medupi Unit 4 Returns to Service, Adding 800MW Capacity
Eskom reports stable winter power supply with only 26 hours of loadshedding in 2025 so far. Medupi Unit 4 now online, adding 800MW capacity as EAF improves to 62%.
Read more →Medupi Unit 4 Returns to Grid 8 Months Early, Adding 800MW to National Supply
Eskom completes Medupi Unit 4 repairs 8 months ahead of schedule, adding 800MW to South Africa's power grid following innovative stator replacement solution. All six Medupi units now operational.
Read more →Loadshedding-Free Run Continues As Eskom Reports Grid Stability Despite Winter Demand
South Africa's power system remains stable with only 26 hours of loadshedding since April. Get the latest on Eskom's performance metrics, winter outlook, and what rising unplanned outages could mean for the grid.
Read more →Power System Remains Stable Despite Winter Demand; Eskom Plans to Add 2,450MW by Monday
Eskom maintains grid stability during cold snap with 30,703MW available capacity. Plans to return 2,450MW by Monday. Current unplanned outages at 15,137MW as EAF sits at 60.61%.
Read more →Power System Holds Steady Despite Winter Pressure; No Loadshedding Expected
Eskom reports stable power system with 3,170MW returning by Tuesday, though unplanned outages hover above target. Winter outlook remains positive if outages stay below 13,000MW.
Read more →Stage 6 Blackout in Johannesburg on 11 June? Eskom Says No — Stage 0 Forecast
Ignore the viral 'Stage 6 blackout' headline: Eskom shows Stage 0 for 11 June and no city-wide schedule. See verified grid data, City Power links and coping tips.
Read more →Eskom June Power Update: Grid Stable Ahead of Cold Week, Plans 2,550MW Capacity Boost
Eskom reports stable but constrained power system with EAF between 61-64%, plans to add 2,550MW capacity before Monday's cold spell, while unplanned outages remain above target.
Read more →Kusile Unit 1 Returns to Grid as Power System Remains Stable Despite Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with Kusile Unit 1 back online, bringing 800MW capacity as winter demand increases, while unplanned outages sit at 13,327MW.
Read more →14-Hour Load Shedding? Eskom Says It’s Fake — No Power Cuts for Gauteng & Northern Cape
Fact check: Claims of 14-hour power cuts across Gauteng, Northern Cape and other provinces are false. Eskom confirms no such schedule exists. Get the real winter 2025 outlook and learn how to spot fake load shedding news.
Read more →Johannesburg Power Outage Claims: Are 13 Suburbs Really Facing an 8-Hour Blackout?
Fake news claims about 8-hour power cuts affecting 13 Johannesburg suburbs are circulating online. City Power has issued no such notice. Learn how to verify real outages and spot fake power cut stories.
Read more →Fake News: Why the 'Eskom 14-Hour Load Shedding Across South Africa' Power Alert Is Fake
FAKE NEWS ALERT: No Eskom June 2025 load shedding schedule exists. The viral '14-hour blackouts' story is false. Get the real facts: No load shedding today, no province-wide cuts for June, and official winter outlook. Don't fall for fake schedules - trust verified updates.
Read more →Power System Stable as Winter Approaches: 5,760MW to Return by Monday Evening
South Africa's power system remains stable despite cold fronts, with 5,760MW of generation capacity expected to return by Monday evening as winter demand increases.
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended Despite Winter Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with loadshedding suspended, though winter constraints persist. Approximately 2,600MW of generation capacity to return by Monday evening.
Read more →Stage 2 Loadshedding Returns for Evening Peaks Until Thursday
Eskom announces Stage 2 loadshedding from 4-10pm until Thursday due to delayed unit returns and unplanned breakdowns exceeding 13,000MW capacity loss.
Read more →Power System Stable Despite Slight EAF Decline as Winter Approaches
South Africa's power system remains stable with unplanned outages below 12,000MW. Eskom's Winter Outlook predicts minimal or no loadshedding if outages stay below 13,000MW.
Read more →Eskom's Winter 2025 Outlook: No Loadshedding Expected If Unplanned Outages Stay Below 13GW
Eskom forecasts a loadshedding-free winter 2025 if unplanned outages remain under 13GW, with significant improvements in plant performance and reduced diesel consumption.
Read more →Eskom Reports Stable Power System Despite Rising Unplanned Outages
Eskom reports stable power system with loadshedding remaining suspended, though unplanned outages have increased to 13,519MW as winter preparations continue.
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended: Eskom Reports Lower Unplanned Outages Despite High Maintenance Levels
Eskom reports no loadshedding with unplanned outages down 2.7% year-on-year despite high maintenance levels at 15.41% of capacity as winter approaches
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended as Power System Maintains Stability
Loadshedding remains suspended as Eskom reports stable power system with increased planned maintenance at 14.85% and reduced unplanned outages ahead of winter
Read more →Loadshedding Remains Suspended Despite Ongoing Power System Constraints
South Africa's power system remains stable with loadshedding suspended, despite high planned maintenance and increased electricity demand due to nationwide overcast conditions.
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Stage 6 Blackout in Johannesburg on 11 June? Eskom Says No - Load Shedding Remains Suspended
Ignore the viral 'Stage 6 blackout' headline: Eskom says no load shedding for 11 June and no city-wide outages. See verified grid data, City Power links and coping tips.
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