The power system is currently stable.<\/p>\n
This means that no load shedding is scheduled for today.<\/p>
However, the power system is expected to be constrained during the evening peak period (5pm \u2013 9pm) mainly as a result of increased electricity demand.<\/p>\n
This could mean that load shedding could be implemented later, but this is dependent on the performance of Eskom<\/a>\u2019s power stations.<\/p> \u201cAs we are currently experiencing cold weather conditions across the country, we urge electricity users to consider energy efficient ways of keeping warm,\u201d the company said in a press release, this morning.<\/p>\n \u201cIn winter the electricity demand peaks in the morning and evening as more electricity is used during these times.<\/p>\n \u201cWe appeal to all our customers to continue to reduce their electricity usage throughout the day but to be aware of the need to save more during the peak periods.\u201d<\/p>\n Eskom has also urged commercial customers, particularly shopping centres and office blocks, to save electricity by switching off non-essential lights and not leaving office equipment such as photocopiers and computers in standby mode after hours.<\/p>\n Eskom will continue to provide regular updates on the status of the power system through all the media platforms.<\/p>\n