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National Energy Regulator Of South Africa

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) is the statutory body responsible for regulating South Africa's electricity, piped gas and petroleum pipelines industries. Established under the National Energy Regulator Act of 2004, Nersa operates as an independent regulatory authority under the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. Its mandate includes setting tariffs, issuing licences, monitoring compliance, promoting competition and protecting consumer interests across the energy sector. Nersa determines electricity tariffs for the national utility Eskom and municipal distributors, approves petroleum and diesel price structures, and regulates the licensing of electricity generators, distributors and petroleum pipeline operators. The regulator is governed by a board appointed by the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy and is supported by technical and administrative staff based in Pretoria. Key functions include conducting public hearings on tariff applications, enforcing regulatory compliance, adjudicating disputes and advising government on energy policy matters. Nersa's decisions on electricity and fuel pricing have significant economic and social implications, affecting household budgets, business costs and inflation. The regulator has faced criticism over tariff increases, regulatory delays and its relationship with Eskom, prompting calls for reform to strengthen its independence and capacity. Nersa plays a central role in South Africa's energy transition, balancing the need for cost-reflective pricing with affordability, investment and the integration of renewable energy sources.

National Energy Regulator Of South Africa News


The Sasol destoning facility is delivering coal with sinks of below 12%.
Sasol’s external coal purchases to continue to fall as it targets 34Mt from own mines
1st September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

While Sasol continues to reduce its overall capital expenditure, the JSE-listed group is increasing its investment in its coal mining business to shore up the feedstock needed to raise output at... 


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Takealot Fulfillment Solutions’ electric fleet nears energy independence
1st September 2026

Logistics ecosystem Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), part of the Takealot Group, battery-electric middle-mile fleet now sources 50% to 80% of its daily charging energy from on-site solar PV,... 


Construction materials
Afrimat braces for tough interim results as external shocks weigh on diversified portfolio
25th August 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Diversified mining and construction materials group Afrimat says its performance for the six months to June 30 will reflect the pressure it has been under as a combination of weaker commodity... 


Red Rocket helps shape an inclusive renewable energy future
Red Rocket helps shape an inclusive renewable energy future
21st August 2026

A s South Africa’s renewable energy sector continues to transform the country’s energy landscape, it is also reshaping who leads that transition. At independent power producer (IPP) Red Rocket,... 


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Transmission reform critical to energy development
21st August 2026 By: Lynne Davies

South Africa’s electricity transmission network was never intended to transmit power from the Cape provinces. This is a key concern, as those provinces are where the vast majority of wind and solar... 


The Manganese Metal Company
Nersa approves discounted Eskom tariff for Manganese Metal Company
19th August 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) has confirmed the approval of a two-year Negotiated Pricing Agreement (NPA) between Eskom and Mpumalanga-based Manganese Metal Company (MMC).... 


Electricity and Energy Minister Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa
Draft electricity pricing policy outlines support for industry, poor households
18th August 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The public comment phase for the much-anticipated revision to South Africa’s electricity pricing policy (EPP) has been initiated following Cabinet’s recent approval of the draft framework and amid... 


The Umsinde wind farm, one of the three 140 MW that make up the Northern Cluster
Anthem still targets year-end start for 420 MW Northern Cluster of wind projects despite rainfall delays
14th August 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The giant 420 MW Northern Cluster, comprising three large wind farms under construction in the Karoo, is still anticipated to enter into commercial operation before the end of 2026, despite... 


Cabinet approves release of revised electricity pricing policy and market transformation paper for comment
Cabinet approves release of revised electricity pricing policy and market transformation paper for comment
30th July 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Cabinet has approved the publication of the much-anticipated Revised Electricity Pricing Policy for public comment, amid growing affordability concerns following years of above-inflation tariff... 


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Transalloys warns of permanent closure of South Africa’s last manganese smelter
2nd July 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Manganese ferroalloys producer Transalloys has fully stopped its ferroalloys production in Mpumalanga on July 1, with no indication of when operations may resume. The company highlights that the... 


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Public-private collaboration is proving worthwhile
12th June 2026 By: Martin Creamer

An important step towards stabilising the operations of important value-adding South African companies, preserving the jobs that go with them, and promoting a more sustainable future for them, has... 


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Minerals Council warns of structural challenges in the electricity system
8th June 2026 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The electricity data for April and May reflect a system that is operationally more stable, yet structurally under strain, industry organisation the Minerals Council South Africa highlights.... 


The Boshoek smelter
Merafe reports 95% y/y drop in ferrochrome output to 3 000 t for the March quarter
28th April 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

JSE-listed Merafe Resources' attributable ferrochrome production from the Glencore Merafe Chrome Venture for the quarter ended March 31 was 3 000 t, a decrease of about 95% compared with production... 


City’s 500 MW more affordable electricity plan
24th April 2026 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town has issued an energy trader tender that targets the procurement of 500 MW through power purchase agreements (PPAs), spanning one to ten years, from a variety of power... 


Red Rocket: A force of nature
Red Rocket: A force of nature
24th April 2026

From Cape Town to the continent, independent power producer Red Rocket is leading the charge in renewable energy with people, projects and purpose. As a pioneering independent power producer and... 


AFSA warns: Energy transition disputes threaten South Africa's renewable bankability  - JAW 2026
AFSA warns: Energy transition disputes threaten South Africa's renewable bankability  - JAW 2026
21st April 2026

Amid South Africa’s accelerating shift from coal to renewables, the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) highlights a notable uptick in arbitrations in the energy sector. “During May... 


Basic Fuel Price formula in focus amid dramatic shift in South Africa’s supply sources
Basic Fuel Price formula in focus amid dramatic shift in South Africa’s supply sources
17th April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources (DMPR), which is now preparing for a prolonged period of fuel supply and pricing pressure as a result of the damage to energy infrastructure during... 


Eskom and ferrochrome producers strike 62c/kWh deal, with Nersa process to follow
Eskom and ferrochrome producers strike 62c/kWh deal, with Nersa process to follow
10th April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Electricity utility Eskom has announced the conclusion of a much-anticipated 62c/kWh electricity tariff deal with ferrochrome producers Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture and Samancor Chrome. The... 


NTCSA CEO Monde Bala
Launch of SAWEM delayed, but NTCSA says preparations are well advanced
10th April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has confirmed that the target date of April 1, 2026, for the launch of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM) will not be met,... 


Nersa has also launched a process to consider changing the terms of a prevailing negotiated pricing agreement  between Eskom and Transalloys (pictured).
Ferrochrome venture again extends retrenchment deadline following Eskom request
7th April 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Glencore-Merafe Chrome Venture has agreed to further extend the date for the termination of Section 189 retrenchment consultations under way with workers at its ferrochrome smelters – this time... 


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