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Power cuts in focus as Eskom tariffs rise

The utility’s biggest consumers will use less electricity, so in theory there will be more for ordinary citizens and no load-shedding.

The Chamber of Mines says Eskom should consider cutting its operating costs to balance its books.

Power price hikes return to bite Eskom

The power utility is seeking relief after its higher electricity tariffs led to lower sales.

The electricity supply is expected to be constrained in February and March

Eskom’s plea could mean new tariff hike

The national energy regulator says consumers will be considered when it reviews Eskom’s proposal for another electricity price hike.

Eskom announced on Friday morning that it will be upgrading load-shedding to Stage 4 until midnight

Electricity tariff decision expected on Thursday

A decision on Eskom’s proposed new electricity prices will be announced on Thursday, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa has said.

There has been vociferous opposition to Eskom’s attempt to increase its tariffs by 16% each year for five years.

Eskom urged to reduce price hikes

The ANC has put its weight behind the call for the power utility to lower its proposed tariff increases

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Eskom’s soaring energy costs questioned

South Africa is waiting anxiously to hear what Eskom’s latest round of tariff hikes will be.

Why SA is burning: Power to the people still a pipe dream

Why SA is burning: Power to the people still a pipe dream

Social grants haven’t kept pace with electricity hikes in South Africa — and this will be the main cause of a rise in service delivery protests.

Eskom’s hefty tariff hikes may be put on hold

Eskom’s hefty tariff hikes may be put on hold

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says South Africa may delay electricity tariff hikes in a move likely to hurt power utility Eskom’s funding drive.

Manufacturers say power hikes will put them out of business

Manufacturers will appeal to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) for relief on its planned electricity tariff hikes