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Electricity tariff rates for domestic households (conventional)
Households in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality can access electricity at new tariff rates based on consumption blocks. The rates increase with higher usage, and a basic charge applies regardless of usage. Indigent households may receive a free basic charge on their first meter.
Block 1 (0-50 kWh) 1.88 1.71 -9.16% 1.88 2.80 48.65%
Reference
https://www.nersa.org.za/file/8737/KgatelopeloLocalMunicipalityAnnexureA-Tariffs.pdf
Electricity tariff rates for schools and public benefit organisations
Schools and public benefit organisations in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality can access electricity at new tariff rates that include a 10% increase across all categories, including energy, demand (KVA), and basic charges.
Energy 3.73 4.10 10.00% 3.73 4.10 10.00%
Electricity tariff rates for domestic households (prepaid)
Households in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality can access electricity at new tariff rates based on consumption blocks. The rates vary depending on how much electricity is used, with higher usage leading to higher per-unit costs. A basic charge also applies, and indigent households may qualify for a free basic charge on their first meter.
Block 1 (0-50 kWh) 1.88 1.71 -9.16% 1.88 2.80 48.65%
Electricity tariff rates for business (prepaid and conventional)
Businesses in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality can access electricity at new tariff rates depending on whether they use single-phase or three-phase supply. Prepaid and conventional business users face different rates, with additional charges for demand (KVA) and basic charges.
Business Prepaid Single Phase 3.73 4.19 12.22% 3.73 4.19 12.22%
Electricity tariff rates for industrial users
Industrial users in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality are subject to new electricity tariffs based on energy consumption and demand charges. A basic charge also applies, and rates are higher than for residential or commercial users.
Energy 3.17 3.64 15.06% 3.17 3.64 15.06%
Electricity Tariffs for Business (Commercial)
Businesses in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality using single or three-phase prepaid or conventional electricity meters are subject to new tariff rates, including higher energy charges and increased basic fees.
Business (Commercial) Business Prepaid Single Phase 3.73 4.19 12.22% 3.73 4.19 12.22%
Electricity Tariffs for Schools, Public Benefit Organisations, and Own Use
Schools, public benefit organisations, and entities using electricity for own use in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality are subject to new tariff rates, including adjusted energy and demand charges, and a basic charge increase.
Schools, Public Benefit Organisation, Own use Energy 3.73 4.10 10.00% 3.73 4.10 10.00%
Basic Charge for Vacant Stands (Conventional)
Property owners with vacant stands in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality must pay a basic charge for electricity service, now increased under the new tariff structure.
Basic Charge on Vacant Stands 741.35 815.48 10.00% 741.35 815.48 10.00%
Electricity Tariffs for Domestic Households (Conventional)
Households using conventional electricity meters in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality can access electricity under new tariff rates, with tiered consumption blocks and an increased basic charge. These rates are effective as per the regulatory approval.
Domestic Households (Conventional) Tariffs Applied for: Block 1 (0-50 kWh) 1.88 1.71 -9.16% 1.88 2.80 48.65%
Electricity Tariffs for Industrial Users
Industrial consumers in Kgatelopelo Local Municipality are subject to revised electricity tariffs, including higher energy charges, updated demand charges per KVA, and increased basic charges for both conventional and prepaid meters.
Industrial Energy 3.17 3.64 15.06% 3.17 3.64 15.06%
