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Load shedding to alternate between Stage 4 and 5

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Eskom is expected to implement Stage 4 and 5 load shedding until further notice due to breakdowns and delays in return to service of generating units at power stations.

Minister describes US Embassy 'prepper' warning as 'odd'

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, has described the “prepper” warning issued by the US Embassy in South Africa to stock up on food and water as the country continues to rollout load shedding as “odd”.

This comes after the US government warned its citizens in South Africa to ensure that they have the necessary medicine, 72 hours’ worth of supplies at home by stocking non-perishable food, three litres of water per person per day and first aid supplies.

Government launches revised housing scheme

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

The Department of Human Settlements has unveiled the revised government funded housing subsidy programme for middle-income earners.

Another sluice gate closed at Vaal Dam

Tuesday, February 28, 2023

As the Vaal Dam water capacity continue to decrease, the Department of Water and Sanitation has closed another sluice gate on Monday, resulting in six gates remaining open.