Two time zones ‘to save South Africa power’

South Africa could be split into two time zones to ease a crippling energy crisis, a top official has said.

This would stagger peak demand across the country, the director of public enterprise told parliament.

Portia Molefe said the move could lead to an energy saving of about 200 MW but that the idea needed further study.

Last month Minerals and Energy Minister Bujelwa Sonjica said South Africans should consider going to bed early to save electricity.