South Africa News

Eskom not happy with Nersa decision

Eskom says it notes energy regulator, Nersa’s decision not to grant the power utility its full 20.5 percent electricity increase request.

Nersa on Thursday approved only a 9,61 percent increase that will take effect from April.

Eskom wanted a 20.5 percent increase.

Eskom spokesperson Sikonathi Mantshantsha said the regulator awaits reasons for the decision.

-eNCA

In other news – Things you probably didn’t know about Riky Rick

Mzansi award-winning South African rapper and hip-hop artist Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado, popularly known as Riky Rick, passed away on the morning of Wednesday 23 February.

Riky Rick

The family of rapper Riky Rick confirmed that he passed on following the rumours circulating on Twitter. A source told a local publication that the 34-year-old rapper was found by his management team at about 08:30. Learn More