Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa briefs media on South Africa’s Revised Electricity Pricing Policy, 18 Aug

The Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will convene a media briefing tomorrow, Tuesday, 18 August 2026, to outline South Africa’s Revised Electricity Pricing Policy.

As the country moves past the era of load shedding, the affordability of electricity has emerged as the most pressing energy challenge for citizens, industries, and the government alike.

The revised policy aims to modernize the national pricing framework, align it with recent sector reforms, and transition toward cost-reflective tariffs whilst continuing the protection of low-income households and supporting distressed industries. 

This policy is scheduled to be gazetted for public comment on Friday, 21 August 2026.

Members of the media are invited to attend the briefing as follows: 
Date: Tuesday, 18 August 2026 
Time: 13:00 (Media to arrive and setup from 12:00) 
Venue: GCIS, Tshedimosetso House, Hatfield, Pretoria 

Media representatives are requested to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the commencement of the briefing for registration and setting up.

For media enquiries and to RSVP, please contact: 
Tsakane Khambane 
Cell: 082 084 5566 
E-mail: Tsakane.khambane@dee.gov.za

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