Stage 6 load shedding sees rush for candles, gas, emergency lights – and braai products
Stage 6 load shedding was implemented by Eskom on Tuesday and is expected to return on Wednesday evening.
The implementation of Stage 6 load shedding on Tuesday has seen South Africans rushing to retailers and hardware stores to stock up on alternate power products., is the result of unexpected plant breakdowns, coupled with regular maintenance of ageing infrastructure – made worse by a recent unprotected strike by Eskom staff.
"During intermittent periods of load shedding, we do see a spike in sales of alternative energy and lighting products, and over time the group has increased its volumes and ranges on related products, including candles, paraffin, gas bottles, emergency lights, and kettle braais," Shoprite told Business Insider South Africa.
Consumers are searching hardware stores for more permanent and costly solutions like Uninterrupted Power Supply systems.Builders, part of the Massmart group that specialises in construction, DIY, and home improvement, has also seen a spike in demand for certain products. Inverters, generators, rechargeable lanterns, and gas products, including cylinders, heaters, and stoves, are especially sought-after.
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