Load reduction refers to the intentional interruption of electricity in specific areas where the network is overburdened.

Customers affected by load reduction face tamper fines, with 70% required to commit to paying R500 monthly for 12 months or a lump sum of R6 000.

Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientso Ramokgopa has promised an end to the practice of load reduction within the next ...

In the next 12 to 18 months, government will work aggressively to eliminate load reduction by rolling out smart meters, ...

Minister of Electricity and Energy Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has vouched to end load reduction by 2027, saving 1.69-million customers ...

If everyone turned on their lights all at once around the world, they would create a huge, sudden demand for electricity.

After conquering load shedding, Eskom has said it is working to end load reduction within the next 12-18 months.

Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will hold a media briefing on Thursday, 25 September 2025, to ...

Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has announced that load reduction will end within 12 to 18 months.

A MSEDCL spokesperson said, “This automated approval system is a major step forward in enhancing customer convenience. Consumers can now apply for load increases online, and most requests will be ...

Electricity and load shedding were the main topics of discussion at the Engagement with Captains of Industry Business Breakfast panel held in Durban on Friday. The event was hosted by the MEC for ...