Bad news for electricity fans – despite earlier statements from Eskom that the energy provider was hoping to avoid loadshedding today, the firm has just announced via Twitter that it rolling power outs will commence at 10.30 across the country.
#PowerAlert: #Eskom will implement load shedding stage 1 from 10h00 to 22h00. Please consult your load shedding schedules.
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) January 27, 2015
We’re just waiting to see if the municipalities follow suit, and waiting for official comment from Eskom’s spokespeople. As ever, check out Eskom’s loadshedding page to find out when you’re likely to be turned off.