CLEAN : Electricity shortages hobble S Africa growth: finance minister

The transcript discusses the challenges facing South Africa's economic growth, particularly focusing on the energy sector and Eskom. It highlights the negative impact of electricity constraints on growth, inadequate maintenance of power plants, and the resulting high costs and outages. A package for Eskom is proposed, including capital injection, governance improvements, and support for tariff increases.

What is the main economic challenge discussed in the first section?

• Increasing exports

• Improving education

• Reducing unemployment

• Achieving a 5% growth rate

What is the primary concern regarding energy generation in South Africa?

• High electricity prices

• Excessive energy production

• Over-reliance on renewable energy

• Electricity constraints affecting growth

What is one of the consequences of inadequate maintenance of power plants?

• Increased energy production

• Lower electricity costs

• Unplanned outages

• Improved reliability

What financial support was announced for Eskom during the MTPS?

• Privatization of Eskom

• Capital injection of 23 billion rands

• Increase in foreign investment

• Reduction in tariffs

Which of the following was NOT part of the MTPS package for Eskom?

• Operational cost containment

• Governance improvements

• Support for tariff increases

• Immediate privatization