{"id":27922,"date":"2025-09-09T10:55:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-09T08:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=27922"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:53:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:53:22","slug":"eskom-no-loadshedding-summer-2025-26","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/eskom-no-loadshedding-summer-2025-26\/","title":{"rendered":"Eskom Confident in Power Supply: Summer 2025\/26 to Be Load Shedding-Free"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>South African electricity provider Eskom is confident that the upcoming summer season of 2025 will see <em>no load shedding<\/em>. This marks significant progress compared to recent years when the country experienced frequent power cuts. Eskom\u2019s improved power system stability and strategic recovery plans have set the stage for a reliable electricity supply this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELEVANT ARTICLE:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/power-cuts-eskom-summer-2025\/\">Gauteng Residents Face Extended 5\u20136 Hour Power Cuts, Eskom Confirms<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Table of contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#steady-improvement-in-eskoms-power-system\" data-level=\"2\">Steady Improvement in Eskom\u2019s Power System<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-is-load-shedding-and-why-does-it-happen\" data-level=\"2\">What is Load Shedding and Why Does it Happen?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#eskoms-generation-recovery-plan-explained\" data-level=\"2\">Eskom\u2019s Generation Recovery Plan Explained<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#summer-2025-outlook-no-load-shedding-expected\" data-level=\"2\">Summer 2025 Outlook: No Load Shedding Expected<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#factors-supporting-a-stable-power-supply-this-summ\" data-level=\"2\">Factors Supporting a Stable Power Supply This Summer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#seasonal-electricity-demand-patterns-in-summer\" data-level=\"2\">Seasonal Electricity Demand Patterns in Summer<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#impact-of-reliable-power-on-south-africas-economy\" data-level=\"2\">Impact of Reliable Power on South Africa\u2019s Economy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-eskom-monitors-and-manages-power-supply\" data-level=\"2\">How Eskom Monitors and Manages Power Supply<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare\" data-level=\"2\">What to Expect and How to Prepare<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#continued-efforts-beyond-summer-2025\" data-level=\"2\">Continued Efforts Beyond Summer 2025<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"steady-improvement-in-eskoms-power-system\">Steady Improvement in Eskom\u2019s Power System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eskom has made remarkable advancements in reducing unplanned power outages. As of early September 2025, unplanned outages dropped to around 7,000 MW, well below the critical threshold of 10,000 MW that often triggers load shedding. This is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eskom.co.za\/unplanned-outages-drop-below-8-000mw-for-the-first-time-since-2020-4-850mw-of-generation-capacity-returning-by-monday-power-system-remains-stable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">first time since<\/a> 2020 that outages have been this low. Such improvements stem from intensive maintenance and the Generation Recovery Plan that strengthens the power plants\u2019 performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1848580659\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-load-shedding-and-why-does-it-happen\">What is Load Shedding and Why Does it Happen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Load shedding is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gauteng-power-cuts-load-reduction-loadshedding\/\">controlled process<\/a> where electricity supply is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/decoding-load-shedding-stages\/\">temporarily cut<\/a> to certain areas to prevent the entire power grid from collapsing. It usually happens when power demand exceeds supply due to plant breakdowns or insufficient generation capacity. During load shedding, homes and businesses experience periodic power outages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"eskoms-generation-recovery-plan-explained\">Eskom\u2019s Generation Recovery Plan Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Launched to address the longstanding challenges in electricity generation, the Generation Recovery Plan focuses on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increased maintenance of key power stations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upgrading infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing equipment breakdowns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restoring capacity through returning units to service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These actions lead to more dependable power availability and reduce the risk of load shedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1272324372\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"summer-2025-outlook-no-load-shedding-expected\">Summer 2025 Outlook: No Load Shedding Expected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eskom\u2019s Summer Outlook (1 September 2025 to 31 March 2026) forecasts no load shedding, a major improvement from previous seasons with up to 13 days of load shedding last year. This prediction is based on current <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eskom.co.za\/eskoms-power-system-remains-stable-with-105-consecutive-days-without-loadshedding-and-an-energy-availability-factor-eaf-ranging-between-64-and-75\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">stable operations<\/a> and increased capacity, including the addition of Kusile Unit 6, which contributes 720 MW to the national grid, even though it is not yet commercially operational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Eskom\u2019s Summer Outlook for 1 September 2025 to 31 March 2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eskom.co.za\/eskoms-generation-recovery-drives-strong-winter-performance-adding-4-000mw-leading-to-a-projected-loadshedding-free-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">forecasts<\/a> no loadshedding \u2014 a recovery from last summer\u2019s 13 days of loadshedding, when electricity was supplied 96% of the time due to delayed unit returns from planned maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This summer represents an even greater improvement compared with the 176 days of loadshedding during the 2023\/24 summer, when electricity was available only 17% of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared with the commencement of last summer of 2024\/25, supply and demand interventions at this comparative time have added ~4&nbsp;000MW of extra capacity to meet expected demand this summer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"factors-supporting-a-stable-power-supply-this-summ\">Factors Supporting a Stable Power Supply This Summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several key factors contribute to Eskom\u2019s confidence in a load shedding-free summer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Low unplanned outages<\/strong> averaging about 7,000 MW<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Energy Availability Factor (EAF)<\/strong> consistently exceeding 70%, indicating strong plant performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planned maintenance done strategically to maintain system stability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addition of new generation capacity like Kusile Unit 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong management of fuel resources for gas turbines, keeping costs within budget.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1121082524\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"seasonal-electricity-demand-patterns-in-summer\">Seasonal Electricity Demand Patterns in Summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>To protect critical infrastructure, Eskom is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eskom.co.za\/eskoms-power-system-remains-stable-unplanned-outages-down-to-7-055mw-and-a-month-to-date-energy-availability-factor-eaf-exceeding-70\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">compelled to implement<\/a> load reduction by switching off power during peak hours in high-risk, isolated areas to prevent potential damage. To help maintain a stable and uninterrupted electricity supply and avoid load reduction, customers are strongly urged to avoid bypassing meters and refrain from illegal connections. Electricity should be purchased only through Eskom-accredited vendors, and users are encouraged to regularise their electricity usage. These steps are essential to ensuring safe, reliable, and fair access to electricity for all.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Electricity demand changes based on weather, daylight hours, and human activity. Summer typically sees high demand in the early mornings and evenings due to people using appliances for cooling and lighting. Eskom plans maintenance and capacity returns around these peak periods to ensure uninterrupted supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"impact-of-reliable-power-on-south-africas-economy\">Impact of Reliable Power on South Africa\u2019s Economy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Electricity stability supports growth and daily life. Without load shedding, businesses can operate efficiently, schools can function without disruptions, and households have consistent access to power. This not only improves quality of life but also supports economic recovery and investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2681357642\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-eskom-monitors-and-manages-power-supply\">How Eskom Monitors and Manages Power Supply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eskom uses advanced monitoring systems to track plant performance and grid stability in real-time. This allows quick responses to unexpected issues. Unplanned Capability Loss Factor (UCLF) measures generation capacity lost due to outages, a key indicator Eskom monitors closely to prevent load shedding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>To further strengthen grid stability, Eskom is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eskom.co.za\/eskoms-power-system-remains-stable-unplanned-outages-down-to-7-055mw-and-a-month-to-date-energy-availability-factor-eaf-exceeding-70\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">planning to return<\/a> a total of 3 738MW of generation capacity to service ahead of the evening peak on Monday, 8 September 2025, and throughout the coming week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 1 April and 4 September 2025, the Unplanned Capability Loss Factor (UCLF), which reflects the percentage of generation capacity lost due to unplanned outages, further decreased to 26.9%. This represents a week-on-week improvement of approximately 0.4%, although it remains about 1.4% higher than the 25.49% recorded during the same period last year.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare\">What to Expect and How to Prepare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While Eskom\u2019s outlook is positive, it is wise for consumers to remain prepared for any unforeseen disruptions. Simple steps include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unplugging non-essential devices during peak hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using energy-efficient appliances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Staying informed about load shedding announcements via official channels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These actions help reduce strain on the grid and support Eskom in maintaining supply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/johannesburg-billing-system-issues-2025\/\">Johannesburg Billing: Understanding the System Problems in 2025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1522900126\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"continued-efforts-beyond-summer-2025\">Continued Efforts Beyond Summer 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eskom acknowledges <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/news\/eskom-promises-no-load-shedding-summer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ongoing challenges <\/a>but remains committed to sustaining progress. The utility is continuously working on infrastructure upgrades, adding generation capacity, and improving maintenance schedules to maintain power supply reliability well beyond summer 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>South Africa\u2019s electricity outlook for Summer 2025 is promising due to Eskom\u2019s dedicated recovery efforts. This summer\u2019s expected load shedding-free experience is a hopeful sign of improved stability. With ongoing vigilance and responsible energy use, a brighter, uninterrupted power future is within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Eskom promises no load shedding this summer\" width=\"755\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tNN0whSRktw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/tNN0whSRktw?si=v-Zg8ujjoY7taBo8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eskom forecasts no load shedding for Summer 2025, thanks to improved power plant performance and increased electricity generation capacity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":27924,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Eskom forecasts no load shedding for Summer 2025, thanks to improved power plant performance and increased electricity generation capacity.","footnotes":""},"categories":[47],"tags":[2525,7357,343,2902,345,4541,820,5756],"class_list":{"0":"post-27922","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-news","8":"tag-electricity","9":"tag-energy-conservation","10":"tag-eskom","11":"tag-load-reduction","12":"tag-load-shedding","13":"tag-power-cuts","14":"tag-power-outage","15":"tag-power-supply"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27922","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27922"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27922\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27933,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27922\/revisions\/27933"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27924"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27922"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27922"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27922"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}