Eskom has confirmed that no loadshedding is forecasted for the week starting Monday, 14 October 2024.
Story Summary:
- Eskom confirmed that loadshedding will remain suspended for the week starting Monday, 14 October 2024.
- The power system continues to show improvements with reduced unplanned outages and enhanced energy availability.
- The likelihood of loadshedding this week remains low based on Eskom’s operational performance and upcoming maintenance plans.
- The average electricity demand this week is expected to remain around 27,018MW during evening peaks.
Loadshedding outlook for this week: Here’s what to expect
This extends the period of uninterrupted power supply to 201 consecutive days since 26 March 2024.
What is the current state of the power system?
Eskom’s power system continues to operate efficiently, with ongoing improvements in operational performance. The Energy Availability Factor (EAF) averaged 61% over the past week, with top-performing stations such as Kusile and Duvha maintaining an EAF above 70%.
Over the past seven days, unplanned outages averaged 12,087MW, a significant improvement compared to the 15,065MW recorded during the same period last year.
Eskom stated, “today’s unplanned outages stand at 13,305MW, slightly higher than the summer 2024 base case, but well within manageable limits.”
What is the likelihood of loadshedding this week?
Based on Eskom’s current operational performance and the ongoing reduction in unplanned outages, the likelihood of loadshedding this week remains low.
Eskom’s strategy of conducting planned maintenance and improving operational efficiencies continues to support uninterrupted power supply.
Here’s the loadshedding schedule starting Monday, 14 October 2024
Here is the official loadshedding schedule:
| Date | 00:00 – 05:00 | 05:00 – 16:00 | 16:00 – 20:00 | 20:00 – 00:00 |
| Mon 14 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Tues 15 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Wed 16 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Thurs 17 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Friday 18 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Sat 19 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
| Sun 20 Oct 24 | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* | Suspended* |
Readers from these metros can check the latest loadshedding schedule below:
- City of Johannesburg
- City of Ekurhuleni
- City of Tshwane
- City of Cape Town
- Nelson Mandela Bay
- eThekwini
- Manguang
- Buffalo City
What is the average demand expected to be this week?
The average electricity demand for the upcoming week is expected to remain consistent with recent patterns.
On Friday, 11 October 2024, Eskom reported an evening peak demand of 27,018MW, and similar levels are anticipated throughout this week.
