By Akani Nkuna
Electricity and Energy Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa is optimistic that Eskom’s sustainability efforts will help curb tariff hikes, offering much-needed relief, especially in light of Eskom’s proposed tariff increase in April 2025.
Ramokgopa briefed the media on the 2024 Energy Action Plan as South Africa nears 300 days without load-shedding, highlighting Eskom’s efforts to increase generating capacity as a key step towards driving economic growth.
He has set an Energy Availability Factor (EAF) target of 70%, which his ministry believes will provide the stability necessary to support economic growth of up to 3.5% in the coming years.
“You have not seen load-shedding because we have built enough capacity to absorb demand, and we are confident that the team is doing everything possible to sustain this performance in the future,” said Ramokgopa.
“This is significant because, as we reduce associated costs, Eskom becomes more efficient in providing electricity.
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