How Eskom’s dream team ended blackouts and unlocking SA’s R268bn independent retail power

Sep 30, 2025

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Dan Marokane, Eskom’s Group Chief Executive, and energy expert Ruse Moleshe about the state of the struggling power utility and the progress being made to stamp out rolling blackouts. Marokane outlines the measures Eskom has implemented to stabilise the grid, improve maintenance, and boost generation capacity, while Moleshe provides context on the broader energy landscape and the challenges that continue to affect South Africa’s supply.

The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape. 

In other interviews, Andrea Slabber, Insights Lead at Trade Intelligence, talks about South Africa’s R268 billion independent retail sector. With most informal traders sourcing through independents, these retailers are vital to communities, offering agility, local sourcing and value, and shaping the future of the country’s retail landscape.
 
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