Eskom said load shedding will be suspended from 5 a.m. on Wednesday.
The parastatal has gradually reduced the rolling blackouts after ramping up load shedding to stage 6 during the very early hours of Sunday morning.
Load shedding suspended
Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokwena said they have managed to replenish generation capacity.
“Eskom is pleased to announce that load shedding will be suspended from 5:00 am on Wednesday, 26 February 2025.
“This decision follows the successful recovery of generation capacity and significant progress in replenishing emergency reserves. Although overnight replenishment is still needed, these developments will result in a stable power system,” Mokwena said.
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Summer
Mokwena added that ongoing planned maintenance stands at 6 660MW, which is in alignment with the utility’s summer-period maintenance strategy.
“This increased level of maintenance is necessary to prepare for winter to further improve reliability and meet license and regulatory requirements.
“Eskom will communicate on Friday, 28 February 2025, or as soon as any significant changes occur,” Mokwena said.
