South Africa: Power Utility Eskom Says Koeberg Remains Safe - South African News Briefs - July 22, 2026

Eskom Reassures Public After Koeberg Radiation Incidents Eskom has assured the public that there is no danger to people or the environment following three radiological contamination incidents at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station's Unit 2 during maintenance between June 30 and July 7, reports EWN. The utility said the low levels of radioactive contamination were contained within the reactor building and that no radioactive material was released outside the facility. Eskom's Chief Nuclear Officer, Velaphi Ntuli, said the incidents were safely managed under strict protocols and do not affect the National Nuclear Regulator's decision to extend the operating life of Unit 2 by 20 years. UK Murder Suspect Returns to Johannesburg Court Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedIn British-Z