“Danko”: Funny SA Gent Thanks Eskom for No Loadshedding in Winter Despite High Electricity Costs

• A comedian shared a humorous video thanking Eskom for getting through winter without loadshedding
• The comic pointed out that Eskom deals with problems that other countries don't experience
• His appreciation comes as Eskom launched its first Renewable Energy Offtake Programme, offering 291MW of solar power to large businesses

A South African comedian has left Mzansi both laughing and thinking after he shared a video genuinely thanking Eskom for making it through winter without loadshedding.

Content creator @prins_comedian posted the clip on 6 August 2025, where he expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the power utility's improved performance.

In his typical comedic style, he acknowledged that some people might think it's strange to congratulate Eskom for doing what they're supposed to do, comparing it to congratulating a fish for climbing a tree. However, he argued that sometimes when things work the way they should, people should simply say thank you.

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The comedian highlighted the unique challenges Eskom faces that other countries don't experience, particularly cable theft and illegal connections. He joked about knowing people whose electricity metres always read 0.5 but somehow always have power, describing these illegal electricians as people who failed every single subject at school but for some strange reason can diffuse a bomb.

Mzansi reacts to gent's Eskom appreciation

@dr.dee pleaded:

"Please don't jinx it."

@wolflock.com noted:

"No load shedding, but, roughly every 2 weeks in Randburg, we have days of no electricity due to 'unplanned faults'."

@cookingInTheCosmere joked:

"For the low, low cost of 500 rand for 100 units."

@rogerbelcher complained:

"Meanwhile, electricity is as expensive as diamonds."

@michaelbalderstone2510 warned:

"Don't say anything, the minister of load shedding is on TikTok."

@frankinstienswife laughed:

"They're happy with the R200 service charge for now. Let's not mention the 8 -10 hours 'fault repair' contractors are on site... We are not stupid!"

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@user9710041219392 simply said:

"Yes. Thank you, Eskom."

Eskom announces renewable energy investment

According to the Eskom website, the power utility launched its first-ever Renewable Energy Offtake Programme on 19 August 2025. The company is moving away from coal power towards cleaner energy sources as part of its plan for 2040. They're offering 291MW of solar power to large businesses through long-term contracts that can last between 5 to 25 years.

The programme came after strong demand from businesses wanting to reduce their carbon footprint and meet global sustainability standards. The first renewable energy projects are expected to start working by December 2027. Eskom's CEO, Dan Marokane, explained that they're not just focused on ending loadshedding but also making the company more sustainable and competitive.

The power utility plans to build 32GW of renewable energy capacity by 2040, including projects for Green Hydrogen. They want to create a balanced energy mix using coal, nuclear, gas, renewables, and battery storage systems to ensure South Africa has a reliable electricity supply.

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• Briefly News recently reported on a man who broke down how prepaid metering works in South Africa, with his explanation sparking heated debate about the complexities and hidden costs that many families don't understand.
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• Social media users were left enraged when a local man shared how he paid R1,600 for just 414 units of electricity, with many declaring Eskom and SARS as their biggest financial enemies.

Source: Briefly News