WATCH | Eskom wants 44% tariff increase

JOHANNESBURG - While parliament is debating a proposal by Eskom that could see electricity tariffs rise by 40% in 2025, the National Association of Social Housing is urging government to consider alternatives for the social housing sector.

Eskom has requested energy regulator Nersa to approve a further 36% increase in electricity tariffs in 2025.

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Electricity prices have tripled in South Africa over the past 14 years, even as sustained power cuts stagnated growth.

General Manager for the National Association of Social Housing Organisations, Karabaelo Pooe spoke to eNCA.