Yelland said the long-term plan which could ensure that the country had adequate power supply was for low-cost renewable energy, complimented by flexible generation.
“Together with variable renewable energy this provides effectively reliable capacity that can follow demand.” As load-shedding is expected to last for a long time, the city of Cape Town gave tips to prepare for this event. These include: • Transport: Make sure that your vehicle has sufficient fuel as many petrol stations are unable to pump fuel during power outages• Security and safety: Back up batteries for electric gates, garage doors and security systems should be kept in a good working condition and be able to last throughof load-shedding.
• Medication: Most medication requiring refrigeration can be kept in a closed fridge for several hours without spoiling, but you should check with your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt