Electricity Prices Have Increased Again — Is It Time to Invest in Solar?

7 July 2026 · MLT Power Team

From 1 July 2026, municipal electricity tariffs across South Africa increased by an average of 9.01%, adding further pressure to already rising household and business expenses. Customers supplied directly by Eskom saw an average increase of 8.76% earlier this year.

For many South Africans, the question is no longer "Should I get solar?" — it is "How much longer can I afford not to?"

Rising Electricity Costs

Electricity has become one of the fastest-growing household and business expenses. Every annual tariff increase means higher monthly bills, even if your electricity usage stays the same.

While these increases are beyond your control, how much electricity you buy from the grid is not.

Solar Gives You More Control

A solar system allows you to generate your own electricity during the day, reducing the amount of power you need to purchase from the grid.

When paired with battery storage, you can also store excess energy for use during the evening or during power outages, giving you greater energy independence.

An Investment That Keeps Working

Unlike your monthly electricity bill, a solar system is an investment that continues to deliver value year after year.

As electricity tariffs continue to rise, the savings from generating your own power become even more significant.

Why More South Africans Are Making the Switch

Many homeowners and businesses are no longer investing in solar solely because of load shedding.

They are investing because they want predictable energy costs, lower monthly bills, and greater control over their electricity usage.

Ready to Future-Proof Your Energy Costs?

With electricity prices continuing to rise, there has never been a better time to explore solar.

At MLT Power, we design customised solar and battery solutions that help homeowners, farms, and businesses reduce their reliance on the grid and protect themselves against future tariff increases.