Political analyst Eugene Brink: The toxic break up between De Ruyter and the ANC over Eskom

Political scientist and independent commentator Eugene Brink guides BizNews through the doomed relationship between departed Eskom boss André de Ruyter and the African National Congress (ANC), a relationship that started with big expectations on both sides, but ended in bitter recriminations. Brink predicts that De Ruyter speaking out could have an impact on the outcome of next year’s national elections. He also warns that large-scale sabotage has made Eskom largely unmanageable. He says there are people who have vested interests in power stations breaking down, technical faults occurring, coal not being delivered on time or in the exact quantities or the exact makeup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices