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What is an Electricity Tariff?

What is an Electricity Tariff?

November 25, 2019November 25, 2019Jonathan Santu
Recently, we have been inundated with request about electricity tariffs. Mostly with regards to why certain some users are receiving less... Click here for more.
Unpacking IRP2019

Unpacking IRP2019

October 22, 2019Jonathan Santu
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, has finally released it's much awaited IRP (Integrated Resource Plan) on Friday past. Click here for more.
Load-shedding Suspended

Load-shedding Suspended

October 21, 2019October 21, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom has suspended load-shedding for today, and the outlook and possibilities for the rest of the week remains a very low possibility. Click here for more.
Stage 1 load-shedding current , Stage 2 possibility

Stage 1 load-shedding current , Stage 2 possibility

October 18, 2019Jonathan Santu
The state-owned enterprise, Eskom, has downgraded stage level for load-shedding to stage 1. Click here for more.
New Municipalities Supported

New Municipalities Supported

October 15, 2019Jonathan Santu
Please be advised that as of the 1st of October, 2019, we have gained support for the following municipalities Click here for more.
Newcastle Municipality to keep the lights on

Newcastle Municipality to keep the lights on

October 9, 2019Jonathan Santu
Residents of the Newcastle municipality can breath easy, at least for now. The Pietermartizberg High Court yesterday ruled against Eskom Click here for more.
Nuclear still a Possibility

Nuclear still a Possibility

September 25, 2019Jonathan Santu
The South African government is looking at nuclear energy solutions in the long-term energy strategy - Minister of mineral resources and energy, Gwede Mantashe Click here for more.
National Heritage-Braai Day

National Heritage-Braai Day

September 23, 2019September 23, 2019Jonathan Santu
The aim of The National Braai Day initiative is to position National Heritage Day as South Africa’s annual day of celebration. Click here for more.
7 things new Eskom CEO should focus on

7 things new Eskom CEO should focus on

September 5, 2019Jonathan Santu
Earlier this year, former Eskom CEO, Phakamani Hadebe stepped down as CEO citing extremely difficult and unimaginable demands Click here for more.
Positive GDP, the catalyst for Eskom Load-shedding?

Positive GDP, the catalyst for Eskom Load-shedding?

August 22, 2019August 22, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom board member Nelisiwe Magubane made a very odd and somewhat surprising admission in front of an audience Click here for more.
City of Cape Town tariff increases Probed

City of Cape Town tariff increases Probed

August 19, 2019Jonathan Santu
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) is investigating the City of Cape Town’s electricity tariff increase. Click here for more.
Save on Electricity This Month

Save on Electricity This Month

July 25, 2019October 24, 2019Jonathan Santu
With winter in full swing, we take a look at some tips and tricks you could use this month and in the months to come. helping you to save.. Click here for more.
City of Tshwane tariff increases for July 2019

City of Tshwane tariff increases for July 2019

June 20, 2019Jonathan Santu
In this article, we now focus on our residents who currently reside in City of Tshwane, who will also, like everyone else be largely... Click here for more.
Cape Town Tariff Increase

Cape Town Tariff Increase

June 6, 2019June 6, 2019Jonathan Santu
Cape Town tariff structure released, set to take effect as of 1 July, 2019 Click here for more.
Eskom CEO resigns amid inconceivable demands

Eskom CEO resigns amid inconceivable demands

May 27, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom chief executive officer Phakamani Hadebe has tendered his resignation and will be leaving the debt-laden power utility at the end of.. Click here for more.
7 Ways to Solar Power your Home

7 Ways to Solar Power your Home

May 16, 2019Jonathan Santu
Use solar power your home, save money, and help the environment. Click here for more.
Solar Power System Projects in South Africa?

Solar Power System Projects in South Africa?

May 16, 2019Jonathan Santu
New solar power system project expected to save Wits university and KKI millions of rands in energy usuage.. Click here for more.
Eskom Annual Price Increase 2019/20

Eskom Annual Price Increase 2019/20

April 3, 2019Jonathan Santu
Eskom has been approved an average annual increase for it's Eskom direct customers as well as municipal clients effective a of 1 April 2019 Click here for more.
Meter Error – What Do They Mean?

Meter Error – What Do They Mean?

March 25, 2019March 26, 2019Jonathan Santu
Prepaid electricity too, are not without it's error and issues and below we will discuss some very common errors.. Click here for more.
5 Things To Do When The Lights Go Out

5 Things To Do When The Lights Go Out

March 22, 2019March 25, 2019Jonathan Santu
South Africa has recently been thrust into darkness by state-owned candleloadshedenterprise Eskom, due to operational power outages.. 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 22, 2019Jonathan Santu
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.
WhatsApp now Support: Get in touch with us!

WhatsApp now Support: Get in touch with us!

February 17, 2019February 27, 2019Jonathan Santu
We're excited to announce that we have decided to add WhatsApp to our support channels! This is just another way we are looking to get clo.. Click here for more.
Stage 2 load-shedding warning!

Stage 2 load-shedding warning!

February 11, 2019February 11, 2019Jonathan Santu
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.
Not out of the woods yet – Mid month Load shedding

Not out of the woods yet – Mid month Load shedding

January 23, 2019Jonathan Santu
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.
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.
Stage 2 Load-Shedding!

Stage 2 Load-Shedding!

December 4, 2018Jonathan Santu
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, 2018Jonathan Santu
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, 2018Jonathan Santu
Theoretically, this new toilet can save you up to 30% on your water bill.. Click here for more.
Understanding Meter Related Issues

Understanding Meter Related Issues

September 17, 2018September 19, 2018Jonathan Santu
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.

Installing a Solar Water Heater

July 9, 2018Claire
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