Many people do not understand the prepaid electricity rates inSouth Africa.
Many have complained about the variation in the billing system across various parts of the nation.
There is no general charge for everyone.
Prepaid electricity rates. Photo: pexels.com, @Emmanuel IkwuegbuSource: UGC
Instead, there are tariffs that vary from one municipality to another.
Note that Eskom charges its clients directly in some urban areas.
This means that households or businesses that consume more power pay more than those that use it sparingly.
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The prepaid electricity rates per unit in South Africa were recently reviewed.
The price of electricity is higher than it was in 2022.
Below is a breakdown of the new rates.
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This is because the total charge increased from R593.92 to R638.29.
Similar to previous years, the prepaid electricity rates per unit are based on NERSA-prescribed tariffs and blocks.
The new rates are detailed in the table below.
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Note that the rates are given on an Assumed Monthly Usage (kWh) of 700.
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Below is a table showing the new rates based on an Assumed Monthly Usage (kWh) of 700.
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The rates above are for Johannesburg.
Other cities and municipalities may have different rates.
What are the rates for prepaid electricity?
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The rates apply based on block tariffs.
The price per unit or kilowatt hour (kWh) is the cheapest in the first block.
What are the prepaid electricity rates in Johannesburg?
The prepaid electricity rates in Johannesburg are detailed in the previous section of the article.
How much is 1kWh of electricity in South Africa?
The average rate is R1.8237/kWh for households consuming 350kWh or less per month.
You may pay more or less, depending on your city or municipality.
We hope you now understand how the rates work in SA.
It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances.
Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!
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