Midvaal Electricity Tariffs

Current approved Midvaal electricity tariffs for 2026. These rates apply to residential prepaid meters in Gauteng. Use the table below to check your block rates and see if you are being overcharged.

Midvaal Overview

Validated pricing data sourced directly from NERSA.

Increase

12.7

Private Residences - Prepaid

standard

prepaid

Charge Breakdown

198.06 c/kWh
Min: 0 Max: 50
254.64 c/kWh
Min: 51 Max: 350
349.2 c/kWh
Min: 351 Max: 600
406.31 c/kWh
Min: 600 Max: 0

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Electricity Tariff FAQs

Common questions about municipal electricity rates and lifeline tariffs.

A lifeline tariff is a special electricity rate designed to support low-income households. In most South African municipalities, if you consume less than a certain threshold (usually 350kWh - 450kWh per month), you qualify for a subsidized rate. This ensures basic electricity needs remain affordable for everyone.

Municipal electricity rates are typically structured into "blocks." As you use more electricity during a calendar month, the price per unit increases. For example, the first 600kWh might be at one rate, and anything above that at a higher rate. These rates are reviewed and approved annually by NERSA (National Energy Regulator of South Africa) and usually take effect on July 1st each year.