Econ Oil, ’n maatskappy wat spesialiseer in die vermenging en berging van olie, het met behulp van ’n senior amptenaar by Eskom tenders van R15 miljard gekry om olie ten duurste aan Eskom te lewer. Foto: Getty Images Eskom has noted the expected rise in demand for energy from South African consumers, presenting a heightened risk of load shedding. Despite subdued demand due to the hard lockdown, Eskom still had to implement loadshedding last year. Eskom spokesman Sikonathi Mantshantsha said the system has been under severe pressure for at least the past two weeks. As SA braces for winter, Eskom says the grid is beginning to take strain under increased demand as the power utility continues to roll out its maintenance programme.