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Keeping the lights on in South Africa

Business Daily

CHAPTER

South Africa's Energy Crisis: Struggles and Solutions

This chapter examines the pressing electricity crisis in South Africa, marked by frequent load shedding that disrupts both businesses and daily life. It highlights the government's efforts, including financial support for ESCOM and the appointment of a Minister of Electricity, which have led to improvements in power supply. However, challenges remain, notably high unemployment and the need for reform in job training and public infrastructure investment.

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