Eskom’s profit after tax more than doubled to R30.3bn in the year to 31 March 2026, helped by improved plant performance, lower diesel use and cost controls. But electricity sales fell 6.2%, while municipal arrears climbed to R111.6bn.

CFO Calib Cassim sees profits remaining positive but rising municipal debt remains a key risk

Eskom’s profit after tax more than doubled to R30.3bn in the year to 31 March 2026, helped by improved plant performance, lower diesel use and cost controls. But electricity sales…