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In the Shiz for South-Africa.

Post January 24th, 2008, 2:59 pm

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We are here at the last resort:

http://www.eskom.co.za/live/content.php?Item_ID=5608

http://www.fin24.co.za/articles/default ... 25_2255654

http://mybroadband.co.za/news/Broadband ... /2565.html

Like the Titanic we are sinking but with our lights off!!!
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Post January 24th, 2008, 4:02 pm

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That sucks, but it is not surprising. Most of South Africa's power comes from low efficiency coal plants, and nuclear power is hardly in use. See more about it here.

Hopefully they move "quickly" towards a solution, which in that industry means 5+ years.

Post January 25th, 2008, 12:37 pm

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I found this rather funny:

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Post January 25th, 2008, 12:51 pm
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We should send you the energizer bunny so you can plug him in [lol]

Post January 25th, 2008, 12:54 pm

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^Duracell bunny.

Post January 25th, 2008, 2:19 pm

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Duracell Bunny is lame.

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