System disturbance cause power blackout

Power utility, the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA) has advised the nation that the blackout experienced on Tuesday 17 December at 1255hrs was due to a system disturbance.

A power imbalance on the international power connector affected the national grid and Zambia.

Power has been restored in most parts of the country.

Hwange Unit 8 is currently undergoing scheduled annual class C maintenance.

The power utility has committed to ensuring the nation enjoys the festive season with adequate power supply.

John Tanyanyiwa

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