Smart Tips for taking the Best Out of your Prepaid Electricity in South Africa.
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Save on Electricity This Month
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.
What is an Electricity Tariff?
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.
Supported Services on Powertime
These are the municipalities or services we currently support on our platform. please contact our support for further information. Click here for more.
Support hours during the Christmas period
Please take note of the support hours and tank you for your continued support and we look forward to hear from you again in the coming year. Click here for more.
Unpacking IRP2019
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.
Stage 1 load-shedding current , Stage 2 possibility
The state-owned enterprise, Eskom, has downgraded stage level for load-shedding to stage 1. Click here for more.
Eskom To Implement Stage 2 load-shedding
In a statement this morning, Eskom has announced that it will be implementing stage 2 load-shedding today, between 9:00 and 23:00. Click here for more.
Nuclear still a Possibility
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
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.
NERSA’s Three Year Tariff Price Hike plan
NERSA, recently announced that the tariff price of electricity will be increased by 22.71% over the next three years. Click here for more.
7 things new Eskom CEO should focus on
Earlier this year, former Eskom CEO, Phakamani Hadebe stepped down as CEO citing extremely difficult and unimaginable demands Click here for more.
Climate Change taking it’s toll on market
Everywhere, across the globe one can begin to see the effects of climate change, specifically with regards to weather patterns. Click here for more.
African Power and Energy Elites Awards 2020
The African Power and Energy Elite publication and the African Power, Energy & Water Industry Awards have combined for their 2020 editions.. Click here for more.
City Power Cyber Virus Attack
This morning, the city of Johannesburg was hit with a computer virus which resulted in a blackout to its internet technology system. Click here for more.
SONA: Special Funding announced to save Eskom
Last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his state of the nation address. This year's SONA was the President's second. Click here for more.
Utility Increases – Comparing Top 3 Cities
Major cities around South Africa has tabled their budgets. We compare 3 of South Africa's biggest cities in terms of expected increases.. Click here for more.
“We can’t be sued” – Eskom vs class action suit
Eskom has seeked legal advice in response to news that it will be faced by a class action lawsuit by law firm, De Beers attorneys. Click here for more.
High Risk of Load-shedding-Eskom
We have not had instances of load-shedding since the state-owned power utility systematically switched off our lights in mid February. Click here for more.
Stage 2 load-shedding warning!
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
At the SONA 2019, South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa announced a very dramatic and bold decision to remodel Eskom... Click here for more.
Stage 2 Load-Shedding!
Eskom has implemented stage 2 load-shedding country wide. It's very important to stay ahead and make sure you.. Click here for more.
Eskom feels it’s entitled to a 90% tariff hike
According energy analyst, Ted Blom, the state-owned enterprise Eskom feels that they are entitled to hike fees by.. Click here for more.
Stellenbosch Municipality Supported!
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.
The Paygenius Wallet
The Paygenius wallet is a virtual wallet available as a payment method on your Powertime account. Click here for more.