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Independent power producers (IPPs) celebrated when Eskom’s transmission subsidiary started processing the backlog in curtailment claims that has severely impacted their cash flow. The utility expected to finalise payments totalling R2 billion by the end of this month. The backlog arose following a sharp increase in curtailment instructions given to IPPs in April and May, according to the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA). NTCSA curtailment Moneyweb has established that not only has the number of curtailment events increased exponentially since at least April, but also the volume of energy curtailed – which may have an impact on its finances that may be passed on to either consumers or taxpayers. According to the NTCSA, the curtailment referred to in this context is a necessary measure to balance the grid. Generation curtailment is indeed an internationally accepted practice. Curtailment It occurs when the system operator instructs generators like renewable IPPs to limit their generation because there is insufficient network capacity to transport all available generation, or because available generation temporarily exceeds what the system can accommodate while maintaining system security, says electricity pricing expert Deon Conradie. “This is very important, because the system operator must at all times keep the demand and supply in balance while maintaining system frequency close to 50Hz and keeping the network within its technical and security limits,” he says. There is little room for variance, or equipment might get damaged and the grid may collapse. Agreements In terms of its power purchase agreements with 117 renewable IPPs, the NTCSA must pay for the energy that was available but not used due to the instruction to curtail – so-called deemed energy. This applies to the IPPs that are part of government’s renewable energy procurement programme. The tariffs are the same as they would have been if there was no curtailment and the energy was in fact generated and supplied to the NTCSA. In other words, the NTCSA pays even though it doesn’t get anything in return – it pays for nothing. NTCSA’s renewable generation According to the NTCSA’s latest Weekly System Status Report, it currently has 7 908MW of renewable generation connected to the grid. It estimates that a further 9 219MW of rooftop solar is available. The availability of rooftop solar in particular has increased dramatically since the beginning of the year, when it was still estimated at 7 363MW. Eskom’s plan to increase demand Rooftop solar reduces demand for electricity from the grid during daylight hours – which has caused a huge drop in demand during the day when the sun shines, resulting in increased curtailment to maintain the system balance. Eskom is trying to address this by increasing demand through special pricing agreements for large power users and reduced tariffs during the day to encourage demand, but this is not yet in operation. According to the NTCSA the need for curtailment is worse during winter, when it must keep more dispatchable generation like coal-fired power stations online to cope with the higher peak at night. A need to curtail curtailment? The number of renewable curtailment events increased from seven in April last year to 22 in April this year. That is about three times. The amount of energy curtailed, however increased almost nine times. This is not peculiar to South Africa and is seen in many international markets as well. While an increase from last year should be expected as the number of IPPs connected to the grid and people installing rooftop solar grows, it is clear that the NTCSA was also surprised by the sudden jump in curtailment. “We experienced a sharp rise in the volume and complexity of curtailment related claims during April and May 2026,” it said. Curtailment to increase Robert Futter, founder of the energy intelligence service Florion, says it may double or even triple in the next year or two. Conradie says the important question is not whether curtailment should occur, but: Whether it is being undertaken at the lowest reasonable system cost; Whether the resulting compensation costs are properly accounted for; and Who ultimately bears those costs – NTCSA/Eskom, electricity consumers through future regulated charges; or, if the cost cannot be recovered from the electricity system, the fiscus? Moneyweb asked the NTCSA: “Is the budget for curtailment compensation still adequate? If not, what adjustments have been made and how will it be funded?” It replied, saying: “The budget is adequate to cover curtailment payments to IPPs, as it was compiled on the basis that IPPs would be compensated for power generated.” This creates the impression that the NTCSA uses the same budget for energy purchases and deemed energy – without distinguishing which of the two the money was spent on. This is problematic, because the energy is purchased on the assumption that the NTCSA will be able to sell it again. Deemed energy costs in context Deemed energy cost does not generate any income and must be clearly identifiable and capable of scrutiny by customers and the regulator. Buying deemed energy will result in lower sales volumes. If the sales assumptions on which the NTCSA’s revenue allocation was based are proven wrong, it may try to recover the lost income through the regulatory claw-back mechanism – which will add to future tariff increases. Conradie says the financial consequences for both the NTCSA and electricity consumers depend on how the resulting deemed-energy and curtailment costs are treated within the regulatory framework as it could further increase the unit cost of energy, which may also be reflected in future tariffs. Costs Notably, the NTCSA is only allowed to recover prudently incurred cost from customers through tariffs. While curtailment is, in general, necessary and justifiable, the system operator does have certain choices to make that may determine whether the spending is prudent or not. To limit the cost, it could, for example, curtail the cheapest IPPs first and the very expensive ones last. The NTCSA pays about R45 billion per year to IPPs for electricity. With R2 billion in curtailment claims seemingly generated in just a few months and the increase in solar generation expected to keep on growing, this may become a significant factor in managing renewable energy costs. Transparency Curtailment decisions will have to be transparent to enable the regulator and the public to ensure that consumers don’t pay for inefficiencies. Futter says there is a need to get clarity about the risk allocation of curtailment for future government procurement as well as IPPs that sell to private sector clients to sustain the growth in private sector generation. He says currently the risk is shared between the generator and the private sector client or trader. How it must be apportioned in future is a topic of discussion within the industry – and Eskom must provide guidance regarding its curtailment modelling, he adds. This article was republished from Moneyweb. Read the original here.

The South African Police Service (Saps) is investigating the circumstances surrounding the killing of the former mayor of Knysna and ANC councillor Aubrey Tsengwa. Tsengwa was shot dead on Wednesday night in Joodsekamp. Murder Western Cape police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg said detectives from the provincial Serious and Violent Crime Unit are investigating the killing. “Three counts of attempted murder are being investigated following the shooting in Ngxalo Street at about 9.20pm. “A 48‑year‑old ward councillor was found with multiple gunshot wounds to his head and upper body. He was declared deceased at the scene,” Twigg said. Shooting According to preliminary information, Tsengwa was driving with three passengers when an unknown man opened fire on the vehicle before fleeing on foot. One passenger sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and was taken to hospital for treatment. Twigg said the motive for the shooting is yet to be determined. No arrests have been made. “The scene was processed by police forensic personnel, while detectives are following up on all available leads to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those responsible.” DA condolences The DA in Knysna extended its sincere condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Tsengwa following his tragic passing. “We had served alongside him in Council and in communities since 2016. Whatever our political differences, we shared a commitment to serving our community,” said Levael Davis, the DA’s Knysna mayoral candidate. “We call on Saps to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they face the full might of the law. May the family, friends and colleagues find strength and comfort in the memories they shared with him.” Sadness The Good Party also expressed its profound sadness following the death of Tsengwa. “The loss of a public representative and community leader in such circumstances is deeply distressing. Cllr Tsengwa dedicated himself to public service and to the people of Knysna, and his passing is a loss to his family, his comrades and the broader community he served,” the party said. Appeal Good condemned this “senseless killing” and called on law-enforcement authorities to act swiftly to identify, apprehend and bring those responsible to justice. “We appeal for calm and restraint as the investigation continues, and for respect for the Tsengwa family and loved ones as they come to terms with this devastating loss. “Our deepest condolences go to the Tsengwa family, his friends, colleagues and comrades in the African National Congress during this difficult time,” the party said. Police have urged anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the Saps Crime Stop number on 08600 10111 or provide information anonymously via the MySaps App.

When Wayne Ferreira stepped onto the court during the golden era of men’s tennis, durability was not merely a physical attribute, it was a currency. Holding an astonishing record of 56 consecutive Grand Slam main draw appearances between 1991 and 2004, the Johannesburg-born star defined physical resilience. Today, sitting courtside at the Cincinnati Open, the Olympic silver medallist and former world No 6 brings that same pragmatic grit to his role as one of the ATP Tour’s most sought-after coaches. Having previously guided American powerhouse Frances Tiafoe into the world’s top 10 and worked with Australian talent Alexei Popyrin, Ferreira is now directing the development of Brandon Nakashima. Yet, as the modern game wrestles with athlete burnout, mental fatigue, and a gruelling calendar, Ferreira offers a refreshing, grounded perspective on what it truly takes to survive at the summit of professional sport. The Myth of “Over-Training” and the Modern Calendar Today’s tennis landscape is dominated by headlines of player exhaustion and calendar fatigue. However, Wayne Ferreira views the contemporary load through a nuanced, historic lens. While acknowledging that today’s schedule is demanding, he cautions against the modern reliance on excessive off-court physical strain. “There’s a lot more gym work involved today, a lot more off-court work. We never really went to the gym at all – we just ran and stuff like that. I would say our schedule was as tough, maybe even more, because we had tournaments in different continents week after week. Today’s guys do a lot of extra gym work, and maybe too much for them.” Ferreira notes that in his playing days, the season stretched into December, whereas today’s tour concludes in November. Rather than the length of the season alone, he suggests that over-complicating physical preparation might be contributing to the very injuries’ players are trying to prevent. Individualised Coaching: Beyond One-Size-Fits-All Wayne Ferreira’s transition into coaching has cemented his reputation as an elite strategist capable of unlocking hidden potential. His philosophy eschews rigid, template-driven methods in favour of highly tailored interventions: Frances Tiafoe: Mental investment, emotional preparation, and tactical serve/forehand adjustments Alexei Popyrin: Technical restructuring of the backhand grip to build rally consistency Brandon Nakashima: Fine-tuning and minor technical tweaks on an already solid mechanical foundation To navigate the intense psychological pressure of big-stage tennis, Ferreira instills a brutally honest psychological framework: embrace the inevitability of losing. “Every week you’re going to leave a loser, so in the end, you’ve just got to get used to losing,” he notes. “If you do get nervous and tight, you’re just making it harder to win. So, if you really want to win, it seems counterproductive to put the pressure on yourself.” Rescuing South African Tennis: The Pipeline Crisis For South African sports fans, Wayne Ferreira’s insights into the state of local tennis might touch a raw nerve. South Africa once boasted a proud tennis tradition, highlighted by Ferreira’s own top-10 exploits, his 1992 Barcelona Olympic doubles silver alongside Piet Norval, and historic Davis Cup runs. Today, local representation in the ATP top 100 has severely diminished. When asked what is missing in the South African development pipeline, Ferreira pinpoints the structural and financial hurdles facing Tennis South Africa (TSA) and young athletes. “It really stems down to the governing body. We don’t really have any money in tennis; it’s been pushed aside to other sports. There’s not a lot put into development or tournaments. Once kids get to a certain level, they can’t afford to travel. Today they have to go on their own, and it costs a lot of money.” Wayne Ferreira on SA Tennis Development Ferreira stresses that European junior players benefit from geographic proximity to high-level competition every weekend, leaving young South Africans starting at a systemic disadvantage. As a result, he views the US collegiate system as the most viable pathway for South Africa’s emerging stars such as former collegiate standout Nick Henning to gain four critical years of athletic and personal growth before stepping onto the pro circuit. Roots in Melkbosstrand and the Road Ahead Though settled in the United States with his family, Ferreira’s ties to South Africa remain enduring. A regular visitor to his retreat in Melkbosstrand near Cape Town, he keeps a close ear on local academies run by former tour colleagues. While a formal role such as Davis Cup captain or launching a dedicated academy isn’t in his immediate plans while actively touring, he leaves the door open for future contributions to South African junior tennis. For now, whether sharing a laugh about his 5-handicap golf game or engineering top-10 victories on the ATP Tour, Wayne Ferreira remains one of South African sport’s most valuable global ambassadors. Dave Marshall is reporting exclusively from the 2026 Cincinnati Open for The South African.

Ntathu Zungu has crowned herself the unofficial social media reporter after finding a Radio 702 mic pop filter at an unidentified location. Zungu is using the filter to ‘interview’ chickens, dogs and cows in different parts of her community, as well as community members, about the ‘inland, impartial and independent news’ concerning them. Her latest video is of an interview with a stray dog, where she asks it to confirm if the Zulu saying, translated as: ‘a dog will finish its water with a tongue’, is true. Dressed in a burgundy dress and heels, the ‘reporter’ chases her reluctant interview subject when the dog makes a run for it. @thirdoneonline Great talk, dog. @Radio702 #702walkthetalk #radio702 ♬ Piano famous song Chopin Deep deep clear beauty – RYOpianoforte In another video, she asked a community member to ‘point out the homestead with the beer’, as the Zulu saying goes. Thankfully, her subject was willing and able to point Zungu in the direction of the house with the beer. @thirdoneonline A woman finally brings relief to the nation. #southafrica #realstories #702walkthetalk #fyp @Radio702 ♬ For Documentary Serious – MeridianMusic Zungu was interviewed by Clement Manyathela on the radio station, who wanted to know where the filter was picked up. She, however, challenged 702 to guess the location of her find, which could be either Cape Town, Johannesburg, or KwaZulu-Natal, the three locations she’s based in. @talkradio702 Twinkle twinkle little star @Ntathu Zungu has wandered 🪄 into our studio with Clement Manyathela. Our preliminary investigation points out that she might have not stumbled upon our mic pop filter 🎙️ in KwaZulu-Natal but in one of the two other provinces she frequents. The mystery continues… 🕵️‍♂️ #TheCMShow #NtathuZungu #702MissingMic #702WalkTheTalk ♬ original sound – Radio702 Hopefully it’s only a matter of time before Zungu becomes official, as many of her commenters are hoping.

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