Nersa approves higher electricity hikes for 2026/27 after R54.7bn error
By: Terence Creamer Creamer Media Editor The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has officially confirmed that the average tariff increase for Eskom direct customers
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SONA 2026: Solar PV industry stands ready to be the engine of change in SA
South Africa’s solar PV industry stands ready to be become the backbone of a competitive, low-carbon economy. This was the response from SAPVIA, in response to the State of the N
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SAPVIA calls for constructive dialogue on solar system registrations
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) has emphasised that, although the registration process for small-scale embedded generation (SSEG) systems needs to be s
Government Business Partnership Commits to ‘Inclusive Growth, Jobs and Confidence’ as Central Framework for Phase Three
President Cyril Ramaphosa today met with Ministers and senior business leaders under the Government Business Partnership, formally commencing Phase Three of the partnership with a
Thank You for a Remarkable Year – Season’s Greetings from SAPVIA
Dear Valued Members, As 2025 draws to a close, I am proud to take time to reflect on what has been a year of recovery and progress for South Africa’s solar PV sector. As an i
Energy Regulator Approves New Grid Capacity Allocation Rules
The Energy Regulator has approved new Grid Capacity Allocation Rules to enhance the governance of the national electricity grid. This decision, taken on 12 November 2025, includes:
Mini Budget: SAPVIA hails R2bn credit guarantee fund for transmission expansion
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) today congratulated Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana for the announcement of a R2 billion Credit Guarantee Vehi
Solar & Storage Live Cape 2026 X SAPVIA
SAPVIA is proud to announce our strategic partnership with Solar & Storage Live Cape Town — an alignment of two leading forces in South Africa’s renewable energy landscape.
SAPVIA drives breakthrough in simplifying solar compliance — Eskom adopts key industry recommendations
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) welcomes Eskom’s announcement simplifying the compliance and registration process for Small-Scale Embedded Generation