South Africa has recorded its strongest electricity system performance in almost a decade, according to Eskom, with the power utility reporting zero diesel use for two consecutive weeks, its lowest unplanned outages in eight years and 441 consecutive days without load shedding. The update was released on Monday, 3 August 2026, and reflects Eskom’s operational performance between 24 and 30 July. The improvements matter for households, businesses and industries across Gauteng because a more stable electricity supply reduces pressure on the national grid, lowers operating costs and improves energy security.
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Gauteng residents have officially experienced a full year without national load shedding for the first time in years, marking a major shift after prolonged blackouts disrupted homes, businesses, schools and daily life across the province.
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