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Compliance with MFMA Circular 124 for Eskom Debt Relief
Households and businesses must continue to pay their monthly electricity bills in full to maintain eligibility for the phased write-off of Eskom debt under MFMA Circular 124. Compliance is monitored monthly.
The document's recorded date is 31 March 2023. Confirm on the official source.
Reference
https://bnlm.gov.za/documents?upf=dl&id=5774
Amounts
R 653 000 000, R 65 000 000, R 324 200 000
Parties
It also describes the public participation process and notes that the municipality
Closing Date
31 March 2023
The municipality is assessed monthly for compliance with MFMA circular 124. Upon meeting all the conditions, a compliance certificate is issued by National Treasury to the municipality as well as Eskom.
Approval of the Annual Budget 2025/26 and Indicative Outer Years 2026/27 and 2027/28
The municipality has submitted its final budget for the financial years 2025/26 to 2027/28 for formal council approval. This includes detailed revenue and expenditure plans, capital allocations, and service delivery strategies. The budget is open for public review and feedback during the public participation process.
Council resolution: approve annual budget 2025/26 and indicative outer years 2026/27 and 2027/28
Implementation of Electricity Tariff Increases (Subject to NERSA Approval)
Electricity tariffs will increase by 14.3% in 2025/26 (subject to NERSA approval), 10.95% in 2026/27, and 10.92% in 2027/28, effective from 1 July 2025. These increases are necessary due to rising energy costs and are pending regulatory clearance.
The document's recorded date is 31 March 2023. Confirm on the official source.
Electricity increase: 14.3% (2025/26) subject to NERSA approval; 10.95% (2026/27); 10.92% (2027/28)
Participation in Public Budget Consultation Process
The municipality invites public input on the final budget through public participation forums. Citizens can review the budget and provide feedback before the council finalizes approval.
The municipality is implementing an SSEG project and drought mitigation measures such as boreholes.
Implementation of Water/Sanitation/Refuse Tariff Increases
Water, sanitation, and refuse tariffs will increase by 4.6% in 2025/26, 4.5% in 2026/27, and 2.5% in 2027/28, effective from 1 July 2025. These increases aim to support service delivery and infrastructure rehabilitation.
The document's recorded date is 31 March 2023. Confirm on the official source.
Water/Sanitation/Refuse increases: 4.6% (2025/26); 4.5% (2026/27); 2.5% (2027/28)
