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Hidden cost of 300kWh free electricity in South Africa
Byadmin August 27, 2026

Electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said a proposed increase in free basic electricity will not come at an extra cost to taxpayers. MyBroadband analysed how much it would cost.

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Chris Yelland | Electricity Pricing Policy | Energy | Eskom | Free Basic Electricity (FBE) | free electricity

Minister wants to change free basic electricity allocation for South African households
Byadmin May 31, 2026

Electricity and energy minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa revised the amount of free electricity government planned to provide to indigent households.

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