Eskom reports major gains in containing online vending system breach

Fraud linked to Eskom’s Online Vending System (OVS) has been reduced to “very low levels of activity”, the power utility says. “Earlier this year, Eskom strengthened the protection of its systems against potential threats. All enhancements are managed through a robust change management process across all divisions, ensuring consistent oversight and control. These measures are part of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding operations,” comments Eskom chief technology and information officer Len de Villiers.
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Eskom, BYD partner to accelerate South Africa’s EV future

Power utility Eskom has, through the signing of a memorandum of collaboration (MoC), signalled its intent to collaborate with automotive company BYD Auto South Africa in future and to support the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf electric vehicle (EV) in South Africa. Under the terms of the MoC, Eskom and BYD will explore ways to support South Africa’s drive to decarbonise transport and position the country as a hub for EV adoption; the potential expansion of public charging infrastructure in key locations across the country; and opportunities for local skills development, participation by small, medium-sized and microenterprises and job creation in the EV ecosystem.
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Court annuls permit for Eskom to build new gas power plant

One of South Africa’s top courts on Wednesday annulled a government permit allowing state utility Eskom to build a large power plant burning natural gas, saying there had not been proper public consultation. The 3 000 MW plant in the east coast port city of Richards Bay is part of government plans to bolster the country’s generation capacity after years of electricity blackouts and pivot away from coal.
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