Eskom Extends Rooftop Solar Registration Fee Waiver to September

Eskom extends rooftop solar registration fee waiver to September

Eskom has extended its registration fee waiver for customers using Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) systems, such as rooftop solar, from 31 March to 30 September 2026. Since March 2023, the power utility has waived registration fees and the cost of smart meters for households with photovoltaic (PV) installations of up to 50kW. This policy will remain in effect for the next six months, allowing eligible customers to save up to R9 132 in con…

How SMEs can avoid fines as solar registration deadline looms

Small businesses across South Africa are facing growing pressure as the deadline to register rooftop solar systems approaches. With just two days left before the March 31 deadline, businesses using solar must act quickly to avoid possible fees and administrative charges. Many SMEs have installed rooftop solar to reduce electricity bills and protect operations from load-shedding. But new registration requirements from Eskom and municipalities mea…