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.
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“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.
Eskom’s Winter Plan
Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan along with Eskom board chairman, Jabu Mabuza has briefed the media with regards to winter plans.. Click here for more.
Eskom Annual Price Increase 2019/20
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.
How Tropical Storm Idai assisted nationwide Powercuts
The storm has had devastating consequences for South Africa as well. Although not deadly, the storm knocked down electricity and network... 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.
A story of Success born out of Eskom’s failure
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!
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.
SA’s TID Rollover
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
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
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.
Eskom’s dramatic tariff increase
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
NERSA have begun their annual public hearings recently which will run over three weeks... 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 Load-shedding Concerns
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
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
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!
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.
Load Shedding Update!
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Why should you be using prepaid electricity?
To buy prepaid electricity, airtime as well as pay municipal bills online by EFT or using your credit card then connect with Powertime ! Click here for more.