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WhatsApp now Support: Get in touch with us!

WhatsApp now Support: Get in touch with us!

April 15, 2021April 15, 2021Jonathan Santu
We're excited to announce that we have decided to add WhatsApp to our support channels! This is just another way we are looking to get clo.. Click here for more.
5 Things To Do When The Lights Go Out

5 Things To Do When The Lights Go Out

February 25, 2021February 26, 2021Jonathan Santu
South Africa has recently been thrust into darkness by state-owned due to operational power outages. but no stress when the lights go out. Click here for more.
In 3 Years time, Eskom load-shedding will triple

In 3 Years time, Eskom load-shedding will triple

October 15, 2020Jonathan Santu
Not only will load-shedding continue over next few years - it will get worst. South African should expect 4,500GWh of load-shedding in 2022. Click here for more.
Save on Electricity This Month

Save on Electricity This Month

June 25, 2020June 26, 2020Jonathan Santu
With winter in full swing, we take a look at some tips and tricks you could use this month and in the months to come. helping you to save.. Click here for more.
South Africa Lockdown Level 3

South Africa Lockdown Level 3

May 28, 2020Jonathan Santu
On Sunday 24th May 2020 the president announced that the whole country will be moving to alert level 3 as from 01 June 2020. Click here for more.
No load-shedding during winter

No load-shedding during winter

May 26, 2020Jonathan Santu
The risk of the load-shedding is always there, Eskom expects to go through the winter without having to implement load-shedding. Click here for more.
Lockdown avoids massive surge in Covid-19

Lockdown avoids massive surge in Covid-19

April 30, 2020Jonathan Santu
Here are the do's and don'ts on Level 4, starting on 1st May, as outlined by the president due to the pandemic Covid-19 Click here for more.
What is an Electricity Tariff?

What is an Electricity Tariff?

March 30, 2020March 31, 2020Jonathan Santu
Recently, we have been inundated with request about electricity tariffs. Mostly with regards to why certain some users are receiving less... Click here for more.
Supported Services on Powertime

Supported Services on Powertime

December 20, 2019December 20, 2019Jonathan Santu
These are the municipalities or services we currently support on our platform. please contact our support for further information. Click here for more.
Eskom’s Municipal Disconnection Operation

Eskom’s Municipal Disconnection Operation

November 26, 2019November 26, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom has recently come out and issued stern warnings about possible disconnections to municipalities situated in the Manguang Metropol... Click here for more.
Who is Eskom’s New CEO?

Who is Eskom’s New CEO?

November 21, 2019November 26, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom announced on Monday the 18th of November, it has employed finally, a new CEO. Click here for more.

Capacity In Danger Zone – Says Eskom

November 21, 2019Jonathan Santu
Ailing South African power and energy utility Eskom, has today provided an update on the current situation with regards to the power grid. Click here for more.
Cosatu wants action to be taken

Cosatu wants action to be taken

October 18, 2019Jonathan Santu
COSATU slammed Eskom and it's shareholders, after Stage 2 load-shedding was announced early Wednesday morning. Click here for more.
Eskom To Implement Stage 2 load-shedding

Eskom To Implement Stage 2 load-shedding

October 16, 2019October 16, 2019Jonathan Santu
In a statement this morning, Eskom has announced that it will be implementing stage 2 load-shedding today, between 9:00 and 23:00. Click here for more.
Newcastle Municipality to keep the lights on

Newcastle Municipality to keep the lights on

October 9, 2019Jonathan Santu
Residents of the Newcastle municipality can breath easy, at least for now. The Pietermartizberg High Court yesterday ruled against Eskom Click here for more.
African Power and Energy Elites Awards 2020

African Power and Energy Elites Awards 2020

August 26, 2019Jonathan Santu
The African Power and Energy Elite publication and the African Power, Energy & Water Industry Awards have combined for their 2020 editions.. Click here for more.
Eskom reports 20.7 billion rand loss

Eskom reports 20.7 billion rand loss

July 31, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom has reported it's financial results for the 2019 financial year, posting a 20.7 billion rand net loss. Click here for more.
Eskom and Zesa|Zim’s Energy Problems

Eskom and Zesa|Zim’s Energy Problems

July 10, 2019Jonathan Santu
Acting Chief Executive Officer of Zimbabwe's power utility, ZESA, yesterday confirmed that they require at least US$14m a month to meet its.. Click here for more.
City of Tshwane tariff increases for July 2019

City of Tshwane tariff increases for July 2019

June 20, 2019Jonathan Santu
In this article, we now focus on our residents who currently reside in City of Tshwane, who will also, like everyone else be largely... Click here for more.
Johannesburg tariff increases for July 2019

Johannesburg tariff increases for July 2019

June 20, 2019June 20, 2019Jonathan Santu
In this article, we look at how Johannesburg residents will be affected by these increases. Click here for more.
Utility Increases – Comparing Top 3 Cities

Utility Increases – Comparing Top 3 Cities

April 17, 2019April 17, 2019Jonathan Santu
Major cities around South Africa has tabled their budgets. We compare 3 of South Africa's biggest cities in terms of expected increases.. Click here for more.
“We can’t be sued” – Eskom vs class action suit

“We can’t be sued” – Eskom vs class action suit

April 9, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom has seeked legal advice in response to news that it will be faced by a class action lawsuit by law firm, De Beers attorneys. Click here for more.
Eskom’s Winter Plan

Eskom’s Winter Plan

April 5, 2019Jonathan Santu
Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan along with Eskom board chairman, Jabu Mabuza has briefed the media with regards to winter plans.. Click here for more.
How Tropical Storm Idai assisted nationwide Powercuts

How Tropical Storm Idai assisted nationwide Powercuts

March 20, 2019Jonathan Santu
The storm has had devastating consequences for South Africa as well. Although not deadly, the storm knocked down electricity and network... Click here for more.
High Risk of Load-shedding-Eskom

High Risk of Load-shedding-Eskom

March 14, 2019Jonathan Santu
We have not had instances of load-shedding since the state-owned power utility systematically switched off our lights in mid February. Click here for more.
Eskom to receive conditional support – Mboweni

Eskom to receive conditional support – Mboweni

February 21, 2019February 21, 2019Jonathan Santu
The annual budget speech, tabled by finance minister Tito Mboweni in parliament yesterday, made an announcement about support for the... Click here for more.
A story of Success born out of Eskom’s failure

A story of Success born out of Eskom’s failure

February 20, 2019February 22, 2019Jonathan Santu
The situation at Eskom seem to be hitting new lows every other week. The past two weeks has seen the energy utility reintroduce the publi... Click here for more.
Eskom Rescue Plan

Eskom Rescue Plan

February 8, 2019February 11, 2019Jonathan Santu
At the SONA 2019, South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa announced a very dramatic and bold decision to remodel Eskom... Click here for more.
Public’s Plea to Eskom – NERSA Public Hearings

Public’s Plea to Eskom – NERSA Public Hearings

January 22, 2019Jonathan Santu
NERSA have begun their annual public hearings recently which will run over three weeks... Click here for more.
Understanding the load-shedding schedule

Understanding the load-shedding schedule

November 27, 2018November 27, 2018Jonathan Santu
There is an air of inevitably around the load-shedding situation with Eskom. Particularly because Eskom has extended it's... Click here for more.

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