They have done this to protect the infrastructure.
He also encouraged people to cook earlier than their usual hours to avoid pressure on the grid.
Mantshantsha also thanked South Africans for complying as this has helped to avoid load-shedding.
As the temperatures around the country drop to single-digit numbers, Eskom has urged people to use electricity sparingly.
People are urged to switch off non-essential appliances such as pool pumps and necessary lights.
Around the country, Eskom is locating and removing illegal connections.
The power utility has partnered with the South African Police Services.
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