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