Ahead of SA cold front, Eskom says provision made to meet anticipated power demand

CAPE TOWN - With cold weather expected across the country this weekend, Eskom has made provision to meet the anticipated electricity demand.

A severe low-pressure system is set to sweep over large parts of the country, bringing widespread rain, cold weather, and disruptive snowfall.

In Gauteng, the province's Joint Operations Committee has urged residents to only travel if necessary and to be on high alert for icy roads, as snow is expected this weekend.

Despite the inclement weather, Eskom spokesperson Daphne Mokoena said the power utility's generation operational recovery plan will ensure adequate power to meet the anticipated electricity demand.

"We also have sufficient emergency reserves to manage any sudden changes in demand during peak periods, and our summer outlook remains unchanged."