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A major Eskom restructuring on the cards - Yes? No? Maybe? |
by Chris Yelland, EE Publishers (follow EE Publishers on Twitter)
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On 16 April 2010, Fin24 sent out a report that may have startled some, and sent shudders through ideological die-hards within the Tripartite Alliance.
The article was apparently based on discussions with Eskom's new finance director, Paul O'Flaherty, and human resources director, Bhabhalazi Bulunga. It stated that "Eskom is planning a major restructuring, which could involve a partial privatisation and a major shake-up of its labour force", and that "the company may be split up, and certain of its assets privatised, in a similar fashion to that of arms utility Denel".
The very same day, this was promptly and vehemently denied in a press release from Eskom's media desk, in which O'Flaherty is quoted as saying that "Eskom is looking at standardising and streamlining its systems and processes across the business. We have had no discussions about reducing our workforce and have not made any changes to our labour policies". The press release stated categorically that Eskom has no plans of restructuring as outlined in the Fin24 article.
Two apparently contradictory reports? Let's take a closer look at the three pillars of Eskom's business - generation, transmission and distribution - to try and understand what's actually going on here... (more)
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SANEA Energy Awards 2010:
Call for nominations |
The South African National Energy Association (SANEA) is calling for nominations for its annual Energy Awards.
SANEA has as its vision "Energy People Working Together". SANEA continues to honour and celebrate the achievements of companies, organizations and individuals that are making an effort to ensure and contribute to a sustained and healthy South African energy sector.
The energy industry in South Africa has changed significantly in the last few years, and continues to change, develop and mature. Many individuals and companies have worked together and have made significant contributions towards these developments. Some of these have high profiles and have become household names, while many are hard working "behind the scenes" types who quietly get on and deliver. All are important to the development of South Africa.
These are the individuals, organisations and companies that SANEA would like to recognise for their efforts to promote and provide an ongoing and secure energy supply and use for the benefit of all. These are the individuals and organisations that deserve to have their role recorded in the history of the South African energy sector. These are the people and organisations that merit nomination for one of the 2010 SANEA Energy Awards.
The finalists and recipients of the awards will be entertained at a prestigious banquet and awards ceremony hosted by SANEA on the 26 August 2010. This gala event will reflect the significance of the both the awards and the recipients. The awards are designed to generate public, government and business awareness of achievements in the energy sector. The aim is to inspire innovation and actions to address future energy needs in a sustained and responsible manner.
AWARD CATEGORIES
SANEA Awards are presented in the following categories:
- SANEA Energy Award
- SANEA Energy Project Award
- SANEA Recognition Award
- SANEA Service Award
- SANEA Energy Journalism Award
- SANEA Energy Education Award
AWARD ENTRIES AND NOMINATIONS
Please enter or submit you nominations by following these links:
FURTHER INFORMATION For further guidance on entries, information on attendance at the banquet and award ceremony, and sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Sarita Cronjé, marketing manager South African National Energy Association (SANEA) Tel: 012 346-6004; Cell: 083 325-6716; Fax: 086 611-5942; Email: saritac@mweb.co.za; Website: www.sanea.org.za |
