Matzikama Electricity Tariffs

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

Matzikama Overview

Validated pricing data sourced directly from NERSA.

Increase

11.32

Low Domestic - Indigent Prepaid, 20 Amps

residential_indigent

prepaid

Charge Breakdown

252.11 c/kWh
Min: 0 Max: 50
252.11 c/kWh
Min: 51 Max: 250
320.29 c/kWh
Min: 251 Max: 600
414.69 c/kWh
Min: 601 Max: 0

Domestic - Poor Prepaid, 20 Amps, 1 Phase

residential_poor

prepaid

Charge Breakdown

266.94 c/kWh
Min: 0 Max: 50
266.94 c/kWh
Min: 51 Max: 250
371.29 c/kWh
Min: 251 Max: 600
445.06 c/kWh
Min: 601 Max: 0

Domestic - Prepaid, >20 Amp / Phase

residential_standard

prepaid

Charge Breakdown

249.79 c/kWh
Min: 0 Max: 50
269.08 c/kWh
Min: 51 Max: 250
303.86 c/kWh
Min: 251 Max: 600
328.46 c/kWh
Min: 601 Max: 0
4.48 R/month
Min: 0 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.