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Eskom says it is not anticipating load shedding this wekeend due to lower demand and an improvement in available generation capacity. However, unplanned breakdowns still stood at just under 9 000 MW, adding to over 6 600 MW that were out on planned maintenance. The power utility said Eskom teams were working "around the clock" to…

Eskom has downgraded the intensity of loadshedding to stage 1 from 5pm and expects to not implement blackouts during the weekend.The power utility said thanks to successful return to service of three generating units on Friday afternoon, it has more generating capacity to keep the lights on throughout the weekend. Load shedding will still continue…

By Sam Wong Magpies’ sleep time was markedly reduced under conditions similar to street lighting, where some birds are known to sleepDoug Gimesy City lights could have a serious impact on the sleep patterns of birds, according to the first study to look at neurological activity in animals thought to be affected by light pollution.…

The Zondo commission's legal team has conducted an inspection-in-loco at the home of former minister Nomvula Mokonyane. A private contractor has confirmed to the commission that he did some repairs at Mononyane's house in Krugersdorp.  His testimony comes after allegations made by former Bosasa COO that Mokonyane received maintenance at her home, paid for by the services…