Will Eskom increase electricity prices in South Africa?

Eskom is proposing radical electricity pricing changes to significantly increase the monthly bill for South African households with solar power. The proposal would increase the fixed capacity charges, disproportionally affecting people using less electricity.

Will Eskom change its electricity pricing structure?

Eskom, South Africa’s embattled power utility, is pushing for significant changes to its electricity pricing structure, which would drastically increase the monthly costs for households using solar power.

Why did Eskom create a solar power system in South Africa?

At the time, Eskom said it was needed to prevent the loss of revenue from South Africans using solar panels to generate their own electricity. Eskom said South Africans who use solar power systems generate most of their electricity during the day.

Is solar power a good idea for Eskom customers?

The argument for solar gets stronger as Eskom customers are paying 33.8% more than they were just two years ago. Solar power is proving to be more lucrative than ever before, as households can now make a significant saving on their monthly electricity bills. Image: AdobeStock

Will Eskom's radical electricity pricing changes affect solar power?

Eskom’s proposals for radical electricity pricing changes would result in many households with lower consumption — including those with solar power — paying substantially more for electricity than they do now.

Will Eskom's retail tariff plan change South Africa's electricity prices?

Eskom’s proposed Retail Tariff Plan could dramatically change how South Africans pay for electricity. With adjustments for residential customers, solar users, and large consumers, the plan aims to create a fairer and more transparent pricing structure.