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Eskom to receive conditional support – Mboweni

Eskom to receive conditional support – Mboweni

February 21, 2019February 21, 2019Brian Noble
The annual budget speech, tabled by finance minister Tito Mboweni in parliament yesterday, made an announcement about support for the... Click here for more.
A story of Success born out of Eskom’s failure

A story of Success born out of Eskom’s failure

February 20, 2019February 20, 2019Brian Noble
The situation at Eskom seem to be hitting new lows every other week. The past two weeks has seen the energy utility reintroduce the publi... Click here for more.
Stage 2 load-shedding warning!

Stage 2 load-shedding warning!

February 11, 2019February 11, 2019Brian Noble
Eskom has said that stage 2 load-shedding will be implemented as of Sunday, 10th of February, from 1pm to 10pm. Click here for more.
Eskom Rescue Plan

Eskom Rescue Plan

February 8, 2019February 11, 2019Brian Noble
At the SONA 2019, South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa announced a very dramatic and bold decision to remodel Eskom... Click here for more.
SA’s TID Rollover

SA’s TID Rollover

February 7, 2019Brian Noble
Approximately seven million prepaid electricity meters in South Africa need to be reset before November 2024 as the system that runs... Click here for more.
Serious Decisions on Eskom

Serious Decisions on Eskom

February 6, 2019Brian Noble
Minister of trade and industry, Rob Davies, had some very interesting points and news to share about the troubling state-owned enterprised... Click here for more.
Not out of the woods yet – Mid month Load shedding

Not out of the woods yet – Mid month Load shedding

January 23, 2019Brian Noble
The situation has been relieved slightly due to the powercuts although it might make a comeback after mid-Jan, with many factories and busi.. Click here for more.
Current state of Climate Change

Current state of Climate Change

January 23, 2019Brian Noble
The current state of climate change is dire, global warming is increasing at an alarming rate over the past decades/millennia. Click here for more.
Eskom’s dramatic tariff increase

Eskom’s dramatic tariff increase

January 23, 2019Brian Noble
The price for electricity has dramatically outmatched inflation over the past decade. Eskom recently won a court case which would allow... Click here for more.
Public’s Plea to Eskom – NERSA Public Hearings

Public’s Plea to Eskom – NERSA Public Hearings

January 22, 2019Brian Noble
NERSA have begun their annual public hearings recently which will run over three weeks... Click here for more.
New Solar Plant To Provide Energy to 100 000 Households

New Solar Plant To Provide Energy to 100 000 Households

December 17, 2018December 18, 2018Claire
A new solar power plant has recently been launched in the Northern Cape, close to Upington. It is said that this plant would be able to... Click here for more.
Cape Town server offline

Cape Town server offline

December 13, 2018December 18, 2018Brian Noble
Just a friendly notification that the City of Cape Town's electricity prepayment vending system have been offline this morning.. Click here for more.
Stage 2 Load-Shedding!

Stage 2 Load-Shedding!

December 4, 2018Brian Noble
Eskom has implemented stage 2 load-shedding country wide. It's very important to stay ahead and make sure you.. Click here for more.
Understanding your Powertime Profile and Festive Operating times

Understanding your Powertime Profile and Festive Operating times

November 27, 2018December 19, 2018Brian Noble
You might have had a few concerns or questions while you go about making your prepaid electricity sales through our platform.. Click here for more.
New Toilet Technology can save consumers on their water bill

New Toilet Technology can save consumers on their water bill

November 21, 2018Brian Noble
Theoretically, this new toilet can save you up to 30% on your water bill.. Click here for more.
Eskom Load-shedding Concerns

Eskom Load-shedding Concerns

November 21, 2018Brian Noble
This past Sunday, Eskom has had to implement stage 1 rotational load-shedding.. Click here for more.
Eskom feels it’s entitled to a 90% tariff hike

Eskom feels it’s entitled to a 90% tariff hike

October 26, 2018October 26, 2018Brian Noble
According energy analyst, Ted Blom, the state-owned enterprise Eskom feels that they are entitled to hike fees by.. Click here for more.
Main points from the mid-term budget speech

Main points from the mid-term budget speech

October 25, 2018October 26, 2018Brian Noble
In case you have missed the important mid-term budget speech yesterday, here is a short recap of some important points to take note of: Click here for more.
Stellenbosch Municipality Supported!

Stellenbosch Municipality Supported!

October 2, 2018October 26, 2018Brian Noble
Urgent notice: After weeks of hard work on our side, we are pleased to announce that we have successfully resolved the vending issues with... Click here for more.
Support Hours

Support Hours

September 26, 2018Brian Noble
To all our valued customers and potential clients, please be advise of our support hours. If you require any assistance... Click here for more.
Eskom in a ‘heap’ of trouble

Eskom in a ‘heap’ of trouble

September 19, 2018September 19, 2018Brian Noble
According to reports, Eskom released a statement on Monday evening confirming that they have only 20 days of coal supply left at 10 of 15... Click here for more.
Understanding Meter Related Issues

Understanding Meter Related Issues

September 17, 2018September 19, 2018Brian Noble
We know how frustrating it can be when you trying to purchase electricity and all of a sudden you're hit with any of the following errors... Click here for more.
Drakenstein Municipality Drops Water Restrictions

Drakenstein Municipality Drops Water Restrictions

September 13, 2018September 19, 2018Brian Noble
The Drakenstein Municipality, which is the largest municipality in the Western Cape outside of the City of Cape Town, has decided to reduc.. Click here for more.
Load Shedding Update!

Load Shedding Update!

August 7, 2018August 7, 2018Claire
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Eskom annual price increase 2018/2019

July 9, 2018Claire
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Installing a Solar Water Heater

July 9, 2018Claire
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Eskom signs sales deal with Namibia

Eskom signs sales deal with Namibia

March 24, 2017Claire
Despite struggling to meet power demand in South Africa in the past due to its ageing infrastructure, Eskom has recently signed a new five Click here for more.
Wind, solar could cost R90bn less than nuclear – CSIR

Wind, solar could cost R90bn less than nuclear – CSIR

December 19, 2016Claire
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Powertime Christmas Energy Saving Tips

Powertime Christmas Energy Saving Tips

December 19, 2016December 19, 2016Claire
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Solar Energy powering our 3rd airport. Whats next?

Solar Energy powering our 3rd airport. Whats next?

November 3, 2016Claire
South Africa’s mass exposure to direct sunlight makes the country a prime location for solar power. Click here for more.

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