Health Minister, Dr Joe Phaahla, has described the Life Esidimeni tragedy as one of the most painful tragedies that befell South Africa and a misfortune that should never be repeated. “Today, as in 2016, we firmly believe that this tragedy should not have happened, and we wait for the completion of the judicial inquest,” the Minister said on Monday, addressing the National … [Read more...] about Strides made in mental health sector since Life Esidimeni tragedy
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Eskom working towards improving energy availability factor
Eskom chairperson Mpho Makwana says the power utility is working around the clock to improve plant performance and reduce load shedding.This as Eskom’s Generation Turnaround Programme seeks to achieve 65% energy availability factor (EAF) by 31 March 2024 and 70% by 31 March 2025. Addressing the Demand Side Management Indaba in Johannesburg on Monday, he said the recent … [Read more...] about Eskom working towards improving energy availability factor
Energy crisis and climate change must be tackled together
In his weekly newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is determined to tackle both the energy crisis and climate change together.“The country is faced with both an electricity crisis and a climate crisis, which we must tackle together. Our position is clear and principled: it is possible for us to prioritise our immediate energy needs without jeopardising our … [Read more...] about Energy crisis and climate change must be tackled together
Eskom aims to recoup up to 1500MW from electricity demand reduction
Eskom Acting Group Chief Executive, Calib Cassim, says the power utility has launched a national demand side management initiative which could save some 1500MW of energy for the grid.Cassim was addressing the National Demand Side Management Indaba on Monday. On Sunday evening alone, demand exceeded Eskom’s capacity availability by at least 3885MW. The deficit can reach more … [Read more...] about Eskom aims to recoup up to 1500MW from electricity demand reduction
Govt working to evacuate 77 South Africans in Sudan
As the situation in Sudan continues to be volatile, Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson, Clayson Monyela, says the latest number of verified South African nationals stuck in the country is 77.“They're all in a WhatsApp group with embassy staff who are also still stuck there,” Monyela said on Sunday. This comes after conflict broke out last … [Read more...] about Govt working to evacuate 77 South Africans in Sudan
