While the government scrambles to find a solution to South Africa’s prolonged energy crisis, some experts contend that for Eskom to be restored and load-shedding curtailed, the minister of mineral resources and energy, Gwede Mantashe must be removed from his portfolio when President Cyril Ramaphosa shuffles the cabinet. 

During its 55th elective conference, the ANC adopted a resolution that Eskom be moved from the department of public enterprises to Mantashe’s ministry. The party said that having the state-owned enterprise fall within its line department would improve efficiency. Eskom is burdened by debt of R396.8 billion and is shifting between load-shedding levels four, five and six. 

Want a solution to Eskom? Get rid of Mantashe, say energy experts. Mail&Guardian, 20 January 2023