Eskom was currently implementing stage two rotational load shedding which started at 9am and would continue until 11pm, Eskom said in a statement.

There would be no load shedding from 11pm on Saturday night. However, should the system continue to show further improvements, load shedding might stop earlier than 11pm.

There would be no load shedding on Sunday. The power system remained tight and vulnerable, and should the system change the public would be informed. 

"We thank all South Africans for their patience and cooperation throughout this difficult period," Eskom said.

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