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Power grid strengthens as Eskom EAF hits 67.78% benchmark

Published

12 September 2026

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technology

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Energy

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South Africa

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Fusion42 · 12 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Eskom has improved South Africa's power system reliability with its Energy Availability Factor (EAF) reaching 67.78%, the highest in six years, reducing unplanned outages and reliance on diesel generation.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Energy.

◆ The Wire takeaway

South African industrial and commercial energy users now face fewer power interruptions and lower costs. You can plan growth with more reliable grid access and reduce backup diesel expenses starting immediately.

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