South Africa still can’t fix the electricity! – South Africa: Govt Seeks Legal Help on Load Shedding Deadline

The government has acknowledged that the High Court’s ruling on the infringement of citizens’ rights due to load shedding, is navigating the complexities of meeting a court-imposed deadline to provide uninterrupted power to critical institutions by January’s end, reports News24. Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa expressed uncertainties about the deadline’s interpretation, seeking legal counsel to discern whether a comprehensive plan or immediate execution is required. This ruling stemmed from a collaborative case highlighting widespread concerns, prompting a resolve to mitigate future litigations by addressing the root cause of load shedding. Ramokgopa also announced Koeberg Unit 2 will be taken offline on Monday to extend its life for another 20 years.

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