Nonkululeko Hlophe

VJOY2014 winner, Daughter, Mother, Sister and God's favourable being. Ex SABC News Journalist. Views are my own NOT employer.

[Khutso Theledi @KhutsoTheledi]

This Youth Day, we move from 'I hope I can' to 'I will, because I'm called to.' 🇿🇦

Today, we honour the dreamers, the builders, the believers, and those still finding their way.
In a time where many are searching for opportunities, carrying unseen burdens, and trying to make sense of an uncertain future, may we have the courage to begin again.
It may be tough, but so are you!

Stop questioning what God has already settled. You're covered! Instead of worrying about what's next, anchor yourself in what's now.

"Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7

Your Tuesday public holiday edition of
#BreakAwayWithKhutsoTheledi is here with you from 9AM-12PM #AHiFambeni 📻

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

Speaking at the Eskom–Zululand Energy Terminal Heads of Agreement ceremony, Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane emphasised that the agreement represents a critical milestone in strengthening South Africa’s energy security. He noted that it will enable a more flexible and lower-carbon generation mix, aligned with the policy direction set out in the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2025. The IRP underscores the strategic role of gas as a transition fuel, supporting renewable energy integration and enhancing overall grid stability.

#Eskom #ZululandEnergyTerminal #GasToPower #LNG #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #StrategicPartnership

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

Peaking power stations, including pumped storage, hydro, and open-cycle gas turbines, provide extra power when it's most needed, especially from 17:00 to 22:00.

#PoweringSA

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

⚡ Built on Skill. Driven by Pride. Delivering Performance 🔩 ⚙️ 🔧
Eskom’s latest milestone reflects more than improved performance — it speaks to the strength of a skills-based engineering organisation and the renewed confidence of its people.

#Eskom #EngineeringExcellence #OperationalExcellence #PoweringSA #EnergyFuture

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

One year of uninterrupted power supply marks a significant step forward in strengthening South Africa’s energy security. This achievement reflects the commitment, resilience, and hard work of teams across Eskom, together with the support of all South Africans.

As we celebrate 365 days of grid stability, the focus remains on building a reliable and sustainable power system for the future.

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#InTheNews: SA heading into one of its most stable winters in years https://t.co/16UNZU08c4 via Newzroom Afrika

#EskomWinterOutlook2026

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#Eskom #MediaStatement

Eskom concludes three‑year wage agreement following Central Bargaining Forum process

[Constitution First 🇿🇦 @Constitution_94]

🔴 IN CASE YOU MISSED IT 🔴

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law few changes affecting the public service.

These amendments affect few sections of the Public Service Act (PSA):

🔷�� Ministers and MECs no longer have powers to appoint employees. The title Executive Authority with all its powers has been given to the Head of Department/ DG.

🔷️Public servants may not be members of the Top 5 or Top 6 or NEC, PEC or REC or BEC or Fedex or Senate of a party

🔷️HoDs may not be in any of those positions either. Nor should those who advise them in their offices

🔷️Retirement age of 65 may be extended by a maximum of 2 years by the HoD

🔷️Those dismissed may be reemployed back to their positions, if they are needed after service their sanctions. It will be like they are starting afresh.

🔷️Employees are allowed to retire early [before 60], as long as they serve 3 months notice [6 months for HoDs].

🔷️ Employees who want to do renumerative work outside their official business must apply. The HoD must consider the application & approve it [if reasons make sense] within 30 days. If HoD delays longer than 30days, it is deemed approved.

🔷️ HoD must recover overpayment to Employees

🔷️ DG Presidency given super powers

The changes are effective from 01 April 2026

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

⚠️ Beware of Electricity Token Scams on WhatsApp!

Scammers are targeting people with “cheap electricity” offers on WhatsApp and other online platforms.

❎These deals are ILLEGAL, and you’ll lose your money—no electricity, no refund!

💡 Protect yourself: Never buy tokens from WhatsApp groups or unknown sellers.

✅Only purchase from authorised vendors like Shoprite, Boxer, Usave, Pick n Pay, filling stations, and online banking.

Stay smart. Stay safe.

[Clayson Monyela @ClaysonMonyela]

🇿🇦 Cabinet has approved the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration & Refugee Protection for IMPLEMENTATION. The changes are HUGE...like...@homeaffairsZA is now empowered to deny entry to an Asylum Seeker who passed through another country considered safe. Relevant 🇿🇦 Depts can now legally designate trade, occupation & professions reserved solely for South Africans. Check highlighted parts. 🙌❤️🇿🇦

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

Discover how Eskom’s hydro power stations turn the force of flowing water into reliable, on-demand electricity. 💧⚡

Eskom’s Gariep (360 MW) and Vanderkloof (240 MW) hydro power stations transform the powerful flow of the Orange River into reliable, on-demand electricity.
These stations play a vital role in strengthening grid stability and supporting peak-time demand — delivering fast, flexible power exactly when South Africa needs it most.

👉 Learn more about how hydropower keeps the lights on and powers progress.

#HydroPower #EnergySecurity #PeakingEnergy #Sustainability #PoweringTheNation

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

Hydropower works like a giant battery for South Africa. 💧⚡

From Palmiet’s 400 MW — enough to power up to 16 small towns — to the Ingula pumped-storage scheme that can energise almost all of KwaZulu-Natal, these stations play a critical role in keeping the lights on.

By moving water between upper and lower dams, they generate fast, flexible power exactly when demand is highest — supporting grid stability when the country needs it most.

#PeakingEnergy #HydroPower #GridStability #Sustainability

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

⚡ How Eskom Powers Peak Demand

Electricity demand rises sharply in the mornings and evenings — and that’s when peaking power stations step in.
These stations can add electricity to the grid within minutes, providing nearly 6 000 MW of flexible, fast-responding capacity to help keep the system stable and reliable.

🎥 Watch our latest educational video to learn how Eskom manages peak periods and maintains grid stability.

#GridStability #EnergySecurity #PoweringTheNation

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

⚡ How Eskom Powers Peak Demand

Electricity demand rises sharply in the mornings and evenings — and that’s when peaking power stations step in.
These stations can add electricity to the grid within minutes, providing nearly 6 000 MW of flexible, fast-responding capacity to help keep the system stable and reliable.

🎥 Watch our latest educational video to learn how Eskom manages peak periods and maintains grid stability.

#GridStability #EnergySecurity #PoweringTheNation

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#EskomKZN
#BergvilleOutage

Eskom teams are working at repairing the fault on Jagersrust Network Breaker 51 thats affecting customers in the Bergville area.  The estimated time of restoration is still unknown. 

Customers are urged to treat all installations as live. 

Eskom apologises for inconveniences caused.

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#EskomKZN | #PowerOutage Update

Power supply to customers supplied from the Wartburg, Gruneck, Swayimane, Dalton, and Applesbosch substations was restored last night. Unfortunately, a major breakdown occurred thereafter, and supply was temporarily restored through back-feeding.

From 11:30 AM today (30/01/2026) until later this afternoon, repair work will be carried out to normalise these substations. During this period, the same areas will experience power supply interruption.

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused.

⚠️ Safety Reminder: Always treat all electrical installations as live and dangerous at all times.

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#EskomKZN

Supply has been restored to Mdwebu, Goodhome, Dutch, Ndaba, Shayamoya, and Zinyosini after a lightning strike caused damage to the Wembezi/Willowford 1 33 kV line.

We thank our customers for their patience while we worked on restoring the supply.

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#POWERSYSTEMUPDATE 1

Eskom’s stable power system positions it to meet holiday season demand, with unplanned outages down 1 264MW, EAF rising

⚡️ SA’s grid stable.

📈 Dec EAF: 66.12% (↑8.43% YoY) | YTD: 63.85% with 39 days ��70%

🔧 UCLF: 22.46% (↓2.96% YoY)
PCLF: 11.84% (↓5.65% YoY) down from last year’s intensive maintenance

💰 Diesel spend: R6.23bn vs R8.13bn last year

💡 84,366 customers benefiting from ending load reduction in their areas.

✅ 217 days uninterrupted supply

#Eskom #EnergySecurity #SouthAfrica

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

🚨Stay alert during severe weather!

Look out for fallen power lines and low-hanging cables. Do NOT touch them—report them immediately to Eskom at 08600 37566 (direct and WhatsApp line) for urgent attention.

Please provide the full street address or any landmark that can help our teams locate this hazard quickly.

#StaySafe #SafetyFirst

[Eskom Hld SOC Ltd @Eskom_SA]

#EskomEasternCape #MediaStatement

Extreme weather conditions impact on Eskom network in various parts of Matatiele Local Municipality