Author: Ariana Steenkamp

Introduction: A comprehensive 600-page report commissioned by the National Treasury and conducted by the German VGBE consortium points to Eskom’s coal-fired power stations’ persistent underperformance, primarily attributing it to a “dysfunctional and overly complex” management system within the organisation.Urgent Maintenance Needed to Prevent Potential 13 Stages of Load-SheddingThe report highlights that Eskom is at risk of losing a significant 13,000 megawatts of generation capacity, equivalent to 13 stages of load-shedding, from key power stations like Matimba, Kendal, and Medupi. Urgent maintenance and upgrading of critical infrastructure, particularly water treatment plants, are deemed essential to avert a potential crisis. Red Tape and Poor Decision-Making…

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