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SA’s affordability crisis prompts communities to demand immediate action on Eskom’s electricity pricing plan.

Communities collaborating with the Southern African Faith Communities Environment Institute (SAFCEI) demand immediate changes to South Africa’s electricity pricing structure as the nation struggles with an ongoing issue of electricity affordability. This comes after Eskom applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) for a Retail Tariff Plan (RTP). Eskom's proposal to raise tariffs by 36% for 2025–2026 will have a devastating effect on low-income households. Since affordability […]

today28 January 2025

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COCT consumers fear another electricity increase

By Loushe Jordaan Gilbert Cape Flats residents are irate as the soaring cost of electricity continues to put pressure on consumers already burdened by the high cost of living. Residents have expressed grave concern around the proposed 44% increase in electricity tariffs. Speaking to VOC News, consumers said the increase should not even be considered due to tough economic conditions. “Our people are already struggling, how is it even possible […]

today26 August 2024

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DA rejects electricity tariff increase granted to Eskom

The Democratic Alliance (DA) says it rejects the electricity tariff increase granted to Eskom, by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa)  last week. DA leader, John Steenhuisen says they will be applying for an interdict in the high court to stop the implementation of this latest 18.65 % tariff increase. He says government has neglected South Africans and this can’t be allowed. It would seem the battle lines have drawn. […]

today18 January 2023

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