CoCT reduces Eskom reliance by buying power from private traders

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•The City of Cape Town has initiated electricity purchases from private traders in 2026.
•Eskom has faced ongoing supply challenges leading to frequent power outages in South Africa.
•Cape Town's decision is part of a broader trend of municipalities seeking alternative energy sources.
•Private power traders supply electricity generated from independent producers outside Eskom's grid.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the City of Cape Town expands its electricity purchases from private traders then it could reduce power outages and improve energy reliability for residents and businesses in the city.

Market Exposure

StocksEskom Holdings SOC LtdDownward Pressure

Cape Town's reduced reliance on Eskom for electricity sales may lower Eskom's revenue and market confidence.

This is not investment advice. Market exposure is based on conditional event analysis.

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AFRICAIOL (South Africa)CoCT's bold move to cut Eskom reliance by buying power from private traders

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) has started purchasing electricity from private power traders to reduce its dependence on Eskom, South Africa's state-owned power utility. This shift aims to improve the city's energy security and reduce the impact of Eskom's frequent power outages on residents and businesses. The move reflects growing efforts by local governments to diversify energy sources amid ongoing challenges in Eskom's supply capacity.