Tag: electricity tariffs
The R54 billion miscalculation – what it means for homeowners
South Africa’s electricity framework has been rocked by an error that could cost households dearly. In August 2025, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) confirmed the R54 billion miscalculation in its revenue decision for Eskom under the Sixth Multi-Year Price Determination (MYPD6). This was not a minor accounting slip.
NERSA’s tariff decision – what it means for Eskom and consumers
At the end of January, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) announced that Eskom can implement tariff increases of 12.7%, 5.36% and 6.19% over the next three financial years. This decision represents a significant downward adjustment from the 36.14%, 11.81% and 9.10% increases that Eskom originally requested.
Data storage can advance sustainability ambitions
As the world becomes increasingly focused on environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives, IT departments are actively driving sustainability efforts. According to Enterprise Strategy Group research, a significant majority (93%) of IT decision makers consider a supplier's ESG programme when making IT purchasing decisions.
