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South Africa’s electricity pricing reset tests government resolve

A proposed reset of electricity pricing is testing the South African government’s resolve. The headline indicates a significant policy debate around power costs.

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Electricity-pricing changes could affect household affordability and the stability of the power sector.

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  1. NEWS ANALYSIS | Ramokgopa's electricity pricing reset tests government resolve ↗businessday.co.za · Recorded source date: Aug 22, 2026, 3:46 AM UTC

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