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Collected on 1 September 2026
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Public participation process on proposed tariff increase
Residents and consumers of Emakhazeni Local Municipality have the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed electricity tariff increase. This process is required by law and court order to ensure transparency and community input before final approval.
The document's recorded date is 2 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
Reference
https://www.nersa.org.za/file/8722/EmakhazeniTariffApplication.pdf
Parties
The municipality
Closing Date
2 February 2026
The municipality also noted that, a public participation process needs to be undertaken to receive views of the consumer regarding this application and will therefore implement this recommendation as per the court order.
Electricity tariff increase approval for Emakhazeni Local Municipality
This opportunity allows the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to review and approve or reject the proposed electricity tariff increase for Emakhazeni Local Municipality, effective from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027. The increase aims to make tariffs cost-reflective, cover infrastructure refurbishment, reduce technical losses, maintain street lights, and support modern metering systems.
The document's recorded date is 2 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
APPLICATION FOR ELECTRICITY TARIFFS INCREASE FOR THE PERIOD 01ST JULY 2026 TO 30 JUNE 2027.
Public participation on proposed electricity tariff increase
Residents and businesses in Emakhazeni Local Municipality can participate in a public consultation to share their views on the proposed electricity tariff increase from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027.
The document's recorded date is 2 February 2026. Confirm on the official source.
The municipality also noted that, a public participation process needs to be undertaken to receive views of the consumer regarding this application and will therefore implement this recommendation as per the court order.