Transformer explosion at Matla Power Station Unit 6 – initial reports indicate 9 people injured, one critically

Thursday, 12 December 2024: This afternoon, at approximately 5:00 PM, a transformer explosion occurred at Matla Power Station in Mpumalanga, affecting Unit 6. As a precautionary measure, Unit 5 was taken offline to ensure the safety of all employees and contractors on-site.

Initial reports indicate that 9 employees were injured with one in critical condition.

“Our first thoughts are with those who have been injured and we are ensuring they get the medical attention they need.  All emergency protocols have been activated,” said Eskom Group Executive for Generation, Bheki Nxumalo.

Our technical teams are on-site assessing the situation and will continue to do so throughout the evening and into tomorrow.

The suspension of loadshedding remains unchanged.

Eskom will issue regular update reports.

ENDS