Eskom announces Stage 2 blackouts until 5 AM on Monday

JOHANNESBURG - Stage two power black outs have been in effect since 4pm this afternoon and will continue until 5 AM on Monday.

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According to a statement from Eskom, South Africa will be in the dark from 4 pm on Monday until 5 am on Tuesday.

The power utility says the alternating pattern will be repeated daily until further notice.  

Eskom says it will closely monitor the power system and communicate any changes should it be required.

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Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Monday. Thereafter, loadshedding will be suspended until 16:00. pic.twitter.com/DQE2J42DZJ

— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) February 18, 2024