Eskom has announced that it will be implementing stage two power cuts from 4pm this afternoon until 10pm on Thursday evening.
The power utility says the decision is due to a delay in the return of generation units, as well as a couple of unplanned breakdowns.
Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokwena says the set backs have impacted their operational performance but the system is in a significantly stronger position than in past winters.
"This decision follows the delayed return of generation units amounting to 3 12o mw, as well as an additional loss of 1 385 mw in the past 24 hours due to unplanned breakdowns. Eskom is currently emerging from an intensive maintenance cycle, which is essential for longterm reliability but temporarily reduces system flexibility and resilience. Eskom remains firmly committed to stabilise and strengthen the system as a result of the structural improvements across the generation fleet."
