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The CitizenThe CitizenMunicipal debt to Eskom could reach R358bn if decisive interventions are not implemented
'Municipal debt remains the single greatest threat to Eskom's financial sustainability.'
The CitizenMteto Nyati’s future as Eskom chair uncertain as term nears end
Says he is satisfied with what he has achieved and confident the power utility will continue its recovery without him.
The CitizenNearly 800 people to be laid off on New Year’s Eve at Eskom coal supplier Seriti Power
Affected employees will be retrenched on 31 December 2026.
The CitizenThree signs Eskom is not yet out of the woods
Despite its return to profitability, the power utility is facing smothering debt and governance problems.
The CitizenHigh municipal debt, declining sales: Is Eskom’s profitability built on struggling South Africans?
Municipal debt increased to nearly R120 billion, and electricity sales volumes fell by 6.2%.
The CitizenCape Town seals first agreements to buy power at below Eskom rates
Two 20-year contracts will deliver savings of around 20%.
The CitizenMultiple municipalities risk Eskom power cuts as deals remain unsigned
Affected municipalities have until 1 September to conclude distribution agreements with Eskom or face possible supply interruptions.
The CitizenSamwu rejects Eskom’s takeover of electricity distribution in municipalities
Union demands a review of all existing agreements and calls on government to stop enforcing them, among other measures
The CitizenSolar surge leaves Eskom chasing billions in lost revenue
South Africa's solar boom is cutting into Eskom revenue as households and businesses turn to self-generation amid high electricity costs.
The CitizenPower struggle erupts over future of Kimberley diamond mine as flooding risk emerges
Liquidators warn that an Eskom power cut could flood the mine within 48 hours - but Numsa questions why the alarm was raised immediately after it won a court order placing Ekapa Minerals in business rescue.
The CitizenSalga wants brakes on Eskom’s municipal takeover
No consensus on content of agency agreement yet.
The CitizenIs Eskom betting on Ramaphosa’s departure?
Eskom boldly contradicts president on unbundling.
The CitizenBLSA CEO hits back at Eskom’s chair for ‘hidden agenda’ claims
This is all about the process of unbundling Eskom.
The CitizenCourt halts Eskom’s cut-off or take-over ultimatum to municipality
Confirms legal requirements for the Distribution Agency Agreement in Dr Beyers Naudé Municipality ruling
The CitizenWatt a benefits spike: Here’s how much Eskom spent on employee benefits over two years
Another factor that saw employee benefit spending skyrocket is overtime.
The CitizenFitch affirms Eskom rating as utility marks year without load shedding
Fitch also affirmed Eskom's senior unsecured debt.
The CitizenPlan for Eskom’s municipal debt has ‘stalled’
Eskom takeover seen as being favoured over private-sector partnerships.
The CitizenCrippled smelter operators secure tariff lifeline from Eskom
Deal now in the hands of regulator Nersa.
The CitizenTo be or not to be green – that is the question, Eskom
Clarity on Eskom end-state crucial to energy sector reforms, says Krutham.
The CitizenNersa’s mistakes turn 5.36% tariff increase into 8.76%
Follows a redetermination of Eskom’s revenue to correct previous regulatory errors.
The CitizenEskom halts fines on unregistered solar systems
Did Eskom ever have the authority to impose fines on unregistered customers?
The CitizenMunicipalities ‘must be heard’ before Nersa sorts its R76bn mistake
Salga and Ameu insist on a public hearing before Eskom tariff corrections.
The CitizenNersa members perplexed by Eskom application for smelter tariffs
‘Who will fund the shortfall?’
The CitizenOuta calls on solar users not to register with Eskom or municipalities
Outa says threats from Eskom and municipalities are creating unnecessary confusion and anxiety for households and companies
The CitizenNersa consults on R76bn additional revenue for Eskom from your pocket
After court set aside R54bn settlement.
The CitizenPressure mounts on Eskom pricing as more retrenchments loom
Transalloys issues section 189 notice.
The CitizenNersa entered R54bn settlement to avoid court scrutiny
‘Don’t punish Eskom for it,’ court hears.
The CitizenGlencore-Merafe retrenchments are another casualty of Eskom
The Wonderkop and Boshoek smelters will be placed on care and maintenance from 1 January unless a solution is found before then.
The CitizenEskom board shake-up: Meet the new faces
The Cabinet welcomed Eskom’s return to profitability, emphasising that the leadership appointed to steer the utility is delivering results.