Preparatory Webinar: Have your say on Eskom’s Proposed Electricity Tariff Increase - 5 November 2024

Join us for a webinar to prepare for the National Energy Regulator (NERSA) public consultation regarding Eskom’s electricity tariff increase request. The webinar will take place on 5 November 2024 from 14:00 to 16:00 (SAST) online on Zoom.

Eskom has requested multiple tariff increases over the next three financial years, risking affordability for millions and further straining struggling households, businesses, and South Africa’s fragile economy.

🗓 Date: 5 November 2024 🕔Time: 14:00 - 16:00 (SAST) 📹Platform: Zoom

The webinar will provide a clear understanding of the proposed tariff increases and the consultation process, preparing participants for submissions at the NERSA hearings. It will highlight the importance of public participation in shaping energy policy and promote collaboration among participants to strengthen our advocacy efforts.

**Register here to attend the webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYpdemppzsjHNbptJbDhjQHFFDBpLjXzR27**A Zoom meeting link will be emailed to you after you register.

Members of the public and stakeholders who wish to attend or present their views at any of the public hearings must submit their request to publichearings@nersa.org.za by 15:30 on 8 Nov 2024.

The hearings are set to take place from 18 November to 4 December 2024. More information about NERSA’s public consultation on Eskom’s application can be found here: https://www.nersa.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Public-Comments-Eskoms-MYPD6-Revenue-application.pdf

We look forward to your participation as we unite to advocate for a sustainable and equitable energy future.

We have also endorsed an Open Letter to the Department of Energy and Electricity regarding the Electricity Pricing Policy, in collaboration with Project 90 by 2030 and other stakeholders