City Power has announced that its electrical grid has been experiencing heightened stress in recent days due to elevated demand. To mitigate this pressure, the utility will implement load reduction measures during peak usage periods, specifically from 6:00 am to 10:00 am and 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm. This strategic move aims to manage energy distribution and prevent potential outages
Isaac Mangena, spokesperson for City Power, announced that load reduction measures will be implemented in high-density areas and suburbs to mitigate the strain on the electrical grid.
This decision comes as electricity consumption in the City of Johannesburg has reached critically high levels, necessitating urgent action to prevent a complete grid collapse. Despite intensive public awareness campaigns and pleas for responsible energy use over the past few weeks, residents have not sufficiently reduced their electricity consumption, leading to a continued surge in energy demand. As a result, City Power has been forced to take stringent measures to protect the grid and maintain a stable energy supply
