HOW the EcoFlow River series of power stations saved the day … and night

It’s my pleasure, Mzansi. Really, don’t send your thanks all at once. I will accept cash donations, electricity vouchers, Woolies gift cards … loose change is fine, too. Feel free to have a crack at the comments section below, if you’re feeling talkative. Of course, I’m talking about the 50 days (as of Thursday 17 … Read more

Seven-hour electricity maintenance to affect parts of Cape Town

The City of Cape Town Electricity Generation and Distribution Department will conduct necessary electricity maintenance in Hanover Park and Manenberg. The maintenance will be carried out over four days between 20 and 23 May. CITY OF CAPE TOWN TO CARRY OUT ELECTRICITY MAINTENANCE The City of Cape Town said if all goes well the necessary … Read more

Golden Arrow is a step closer to introducing electric buses

Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) has reported smooth operations during the testing phase of the Lion’s Explorer E electric bus. These buses are being provided by MAN Truck & Bus South Africa (MAN SA). A final decision on whether GABS will introduce a fleet of these electric buses is expected later this year, writes Engineering … Read more

City reveals causes behind persistent water disruptions in Hout Bay

In an effort to combat recurring water supply disruptions plaguing Hout Bay, multi-disciplinary water and sanitation teams have embarked on a mission to minimise water service interruptions. Critical pipe replacements are underway and emergency solutions are being implemented. The City is striving to alleviate the inconvenience faced by residents and businesses in Hout Bay. Hout … Read more

DA-run municipality among the top five with most corruption reports

Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Cape Town metro municipalities collectively account for 71% of corruption incidents out of the five municipalities with the highest corruption reports. This is according to an annual report by Corruption Watch released just a month before the most crucial and critical elections since the dawn of democracy.  OVER 2000 CORRUPTION INCIDENTS REPORTED IN SA … Read more

City of Cape Town announces an 8-hour water shutdown on Wednesday

The City of Cape Town has announced an 8-hour water shutdown scheduled for Wednesday. Residents are advised to prepare for temporary disruptions in their water supply as essential maintenance work is carried out by the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate. Scheduled for Wednesday, 6 March, from 9:00 to 17:00, the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate … Read more

City of Cape Town load shedding schedule: Latest, updated

In response to Eskom’s latest announcement, the City of Cape Town has adjusted its load-shedding schedule. Eskom pleaded with the public to reduce demand by switching off non-essential appliances, especially geysers and pool pumps, particularly between the hours of 17:00 and 21:00. DIARISE | Enhance your weekend braai with these supermarket prices! WHAT IS ESKOM? Eskom is … Read more

City of Cape Town load shedding schedule: Latest, updated

In response to Eskom’s latest announcement, the City of Cape Town has adjusted its load-shedding schedule. “Loadshedding will be maintained at Stage 2 until further notice,” said Eskom. DID YOU KNOW | Tshwane load shedding schedule for Monday Eskom pleaded with the public to switch off non-essential appliances – in particular geysers and pool pumps – … Read more

City of Cape Town load shedding schedule

In response to Eskom’s announcement, the City of Cape Town has adjusted its load shedding schedule – check your schedule here. “Due to low electricity demand and the expected return to service of two units earlier than planned, Stage 1 loadshedding will be implemented from 11:00 today until 16:00,” said Eskom. Eskom pleaded with the … Read more

City of Cape Town load shedding schedule

In response to Eskom’s announcement, the City of Cape Town has adjusted its load shedding schedule – check your schedule here. “Stage 3 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today followed by Stage 2 loadshedding at 05:00 on Thursday,” said Eskom. Eskom pleaded with the public to switch off non-essential appliances – in particular geysers … Read more