Why are there so many electricity blackouts in South Africa lately?

Answer 1

There are currently no "electricity problems" in the Republic of South Africa. There was an electricity shortage last year which lead to the implementation of daily planned power outages known as "load shedding". The reason stated by electricity supplier Eskom was that the current infrastructure could not meet the demands of electricity in the developing country. Critics cited corruption in the government as the root of the electricity crisis. They support their argument with proof showing that forecast reports and analysis made as early as 1998 showed that by 2008 the country's electrical infrastructure will not meet the demands. That report was ignored by the government. Today however, using funds from increased electricity rates, Eskom is rapidly upgrading its infrastructure with at least 5 new power stations being built. It should also be noted that the South African government supplies electricity to other countries in southern Africa as far up as the Democratic Republic of Congo. South Africa is the only nuclear power in the region and thus has to meet the demands of millions of people.

Answer 2

I think the main reason there is a "energy" crisis in South Africa is because of the way the country is being run. They need to take control of what they're doing, I have lived there for 12 years, now living in Australia mainly because this is one of the reasons why! Not only is the Energy crisis involved but the economy, society, well being, agriculture, finance and diversity is falling apart. All because the government is not doing enough to help support its country! It's time for South Africa to pull up their socks and regain its power, strength and pride!

Answer 3

Failure to invest in the power-generating infrastructure means that demand for power outstrips the available power-generating capacity.