Eskom

South Africa's municipal electricity debt crisis extends beyond local governance failures to reveal deeper structural issues in the electricity distribution industry. Experts argue that dependency on Eskom, escalating tariffs since 2007, and uncompensated load shedding have trapped municipalities in a financial death spiral. This misalignment threatens economic reliability and competitiveness nationwide.

December 27, 2025 Iniulat ng AI

Severe storms and hail have cut off electricity to several areas in Tzaneen, Limpopo, after damaging two Eskom substations. Affected communities include Nkowankowa, Lenyenye, Dan village, and Muhlava. Restoration efforts are underway, though the extent of damage remains unclear.