South Africa power utility issued a warning on January 29 2026 that load shedding could intensify due to ongoing maintenance challenges and supply constraints. Aging infrastructure and unplanned outages have strained generation capacity leading to rolling blackouts across several regions. Businesses and households reported disruptions affecting productivity and daily life.
Energy officials said maintenance is essential to ensure long term reliability but acknowledged the short term impact on consumers. Efforts are underway to accelerate repairs and integrate additional capacity from alternative sources. The government reiterated its commitment to energy sector reform and investment.
On January 29 2026 analysts cautioned that prolonged power shortages could weigh on economic growth and investor confidence. Industry groups called for faster implementation of renewable projects. Observers noted that addressing structural issues will be key to securing stable electricity supply.
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