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1. Given that flash floods have submerged local mini substations in areas such as Tembisa and Mamelodi, what safety protocols have been implemented to prevent electrocution in flooded informal settlements before power is restored; 2. whethe

Parliament of South AfricaRef: https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36242/

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regulatory licensing framework developmentOngoing

Licensing framework for microgrids and other small-scale generators (microgrid licensing)

NERSA is finalising a regulatory framework for licensing microgrids and other small-scale generators, and the proposed framework is being presented to NERSA governance structures.

Who it is for
potential microgrid and small-scale generator license applicants (as enabled by the licensing framework being finalised)
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No application process or submission steps are described in the document; it only states that the regulatory framework is being finalised and presented to governance structures.
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NERSA is in the advanced stages of finalising the regulatory framework for the licensing of microgrids and other small-scale generators.
public safety protection measuresOngoing

Flood safety measures for submerged mini-substations (isolation, de-energisation, restricted access, cordons, public warnings)

When mini-substations are submerged in water due to floods, Eskom will isolate and de-energise the affected infrastructure, restrict access, conduct risk assessments before work starts, cordon off hazardous areas, and issue ongoing public communication advising customers to treat all electrical infrastructure as live.

Who it is for
communities and customers in areas where mini-substations become submerged due to floods
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No application is described; the document describes actions that Eskom and technical teams will implement and public communication that will be issued.
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However, the following safety measures would be implemented by Eskom in cases where the mini substations are submerged in water due to floods. These measures would be implemented to address the risks associated with submerged mini substations before electricity supply is restored.

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https://pmg.org.za/committee-question/36242/

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  • Title: 1. Given that flash floods have submerged local mini substations in areas such as Tembisa and Mamelodi, what safety protocols have been implemented to prevent electrocution in flooded informal settlem
  • Years: 2025, 2026
  • Topics: policy, infrastructure, water, report
  • Text line sample: Question to the Minister of Electricity and Energy - NW23 | PMG Toggle navigation Committees and Meetings MPs Bills Petitions Questions and
  • Document type: policy

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Opening Date

17 March 2026