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It is well known that often a salary and wage increase could make you poorer due to bracket creep – that insidious little thing called inflation can actually make you pay more tax despite an increase. I recall the days when artisans were paid weekly and received their wages in a brown pay envelope. One …
Eastern Province claimed their first victory of the season courtesy of a 43–31 success over the Leopards in Potchefstroom, where the visitors edged a competitive first half to gain a 19–17 lead at the interval, responding well after the the hosts made an encouraging start. The Leopards’ Daimon O’Connell, Ghudian van Reenen and Naiden Jaarts …
My WhatsApp Group has been inundated with calls from both these numbers – 084 402 4264 and 084 658 5660 – directed at individual members of the group. The modus operandi goes as follows: “A Patrick calls saying that he is calling from the group about some meeting. When told by the individual that declines …
Editor: Before you read, on consider this – we are all ‘gatvol’ of the ever increasing costs of electricity. If Eskom can reliably demonstrate that the building of nuclear plants will put a stop to rising electricity costs then this time around this initiative will probably succeed. Read this – What it Costs Eskom to …
A couple of weeks back I was musing that Eskom should be at the forefront of using electricity to drive their fleet/s of vehicles. After all the use-case is compelling: Eskom makes the stuff and should benefit from the lowest price possible to power their fleet. Applying BA Systems “Measure to Manage” logic to Eskom’s …
After having a look at What it Costs Eskom to Produce and Deliver Electricity we had a look at what average markups are being applied to a number of other consumer goods – the results will further depress or delight you… For comparison we used the Nelson Mandela Bay’s highest (current) Inclined Block Tariff charge …
Eskom’s “cost price” is a moving target because it depends on whether you are looking at the Primary Energy Cost (the fuel to make the power) or the Average Cost of Supply (which includes their debt, salaries, and infrastructure maintenance). As of April 2026, here is the breakdown of what it costs Eskom to produce …
Listening to Yolande Faro speak during her appearance on the Madlanga Commission I was struck by several things: Her conviction and dedication to rooting out corruption was a shining light on all those other miscreants and stumblers. NMB Lost a valuable fighter against corruption when Faro moved on after her contract came to an end. …
After spending R4,893.22 on Electricity only in the month of March, anonymous had this comment: I fully agree with your mantra of; “If you can measure it, you can manage it!” Really looking forward to seeing the difference in consumption after 1 July and whether the average spend also increases by 11.2% over July, August …
Your 60-Second Guide to Surviving Utility Instability & Tariff Hikes As the Nelson Mandela Bay infrastructure faces a “Perfect Storm” of maintenance backlogs and the upcoming 11.2% July tariff hike, use this checklist to audit your home’s resilience. THE FINANCIAL SHIELD (Tariff Preparation) Audit your “Step 3” Usage: Check if your monthly consumption exceeds 500kWh. …
For many in Gqeberha, the jump from a standard suburban home to a fully independent “Smart Home” feels overwhelming and expensive. The secret to success is a phased approach. You don’t need to do everything at once; you just need to ensure that every step you take is compatible with the next. Here is the …
On 1 July 2026, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality will implement its 11.2% tariff increase. While the headlines focus on electricity, the real “Perfect Storm” is the Basket of Services – the combined cost of power, water, sanitation, and rates. If your costs go up by 11.2% across the board, you can’t just “use less” …
With the 11.2% overall municipal increase arriving on 1 July 2026, the “payback period” for a solar-to-EV installation is shrinking significantly. While the grid becomes more expensive, your roof remains inflation-proof. Solar Synergy—Driving on 100% Sunshine If the April 1st fuel hike was a wake-up call, the July 1st municipal electricity increase is the final …
The 11.2% increase tabled in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) council meeting yesterday (31 March 2026) is scheduled to be implemented on 1 July 2026. In South Africa, the municipal financial year runs from 1 July to 30 June. Even though the council met yesterday to approve the draft budget and tariff structures, the …
On 31 March 2026, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality tabled a budget including a significant 11.2% overall tariff increase. While the headlines focus on percentages, residents focus on Rands and Cents. In partnership with local energy experts, Straton Electrical, MyNMB is launching the Community Electricity Tracker. Taking a leaf out of the BA Systems playbook—“If …
During today’s council meeting Councillor Mafaya made reference to privileged white people (them) being responsible for the suffering of people with “small pipes” and for vandalism leading to the suffering of black people. She was challenged by three other Councillors and cajoled into a retraction. Should it rest there?
With reference to the 11.2% Increase in Municipal Services Charges – you can thank the current coalition for the increase. The motion to increase these charges was approved by 60 votes against 46. Like buying a car – would you pay 11.2% more for a piece of scrap or a functioning (not even luxury) vehicle? …
The Toyota Cheetahs kept their SA Cup campaign firmly on track with a convincing 52–19 victory over Eastern Province at Shimla Park in Bloemfontein on Saturday afternoon. The result marked their second win, ensuring they remain within touching distance of the top four as the race for the semi-finals intensifies. The Free Staters were clinical …
DHL Western Province scored eight tries in their final match of the season, pulling away from the EP Queens at the Otto du Plessis High School fields to win by 42-17 (halftime 20-5). Knowing that they could not qualify for next weekend’s final, the Cape side still played with passion and commitment and it paid …
As a youngster growing up in a Catholic world there always seemed to be this morbid focus on death, sin, sex, hell and, of course, every Catholic’s second chance at getting into heaven – Purgatory. I always imagined purgatory to be like the corridors in court where people waited on hard benches, listened to confusing …
Trust the experts who power the Eastern Cape. Straton is the gold standard for EV charger installations. Powering the Eastern Cape: The Straton Advantage You wouldn’t let an amateur service your car – why let one wire your charger? At Straton Electrical, we don’t just install plugs; we build energy ecosystems. Trusted by the Best: …
The “Perfect Storm” isn’t just a catchy phrase; it’s a measurable market phenomenon. In the 48 hours following the CEF’s announcement of the R10.00 Diesel hike, market data has shown a seismic shift in South African consumer behavior. Search Volume Spikes: Google Trends data for South Africa shows that searches for “Electric Vehicles for sale” …
As we approach April 1, 2026, the South African energy landscape is shifting from “concerning” to what many experts are calling a “national disaster.” With the single largest fuel price hike in history hitting next week—pushing Petrol toward R26.00/L and Diesel to a record-breaking R30.00/L—the math behind the internal combustion engine (ICE) simply no longer …
Don’t settle for slow EV charging. Learn why a dedicated wallbox is safer, faster, and smarter for your home. Stop Filling Your Tank with a Garden Hose Most EVs come with a portable “granny cable.” While handy for emergencies, relying on it daily is like trying to fill a swimming pool with a garden hose. …
Join Straton Electrical as we look past the sticker price to the “Hidden Savings” that make EVs significantly cheaper over a 5-year ownership period. The Hidden Savings: The True Cost of Ownership When comparing an EV to a petrol car, most people only look at the purchase price. But the real story is told over …
In this 6 part series we will explore why Gqeberha is at the heart of the EV revolution and how moving to an electric vehicle is about more than just the environment. The Future is Electric (and it’s being built in Gqeberha). The conversation around Electric Vehicles (EVs) has shifted. It is no longer a …
Well that is what I felt like whilst checking what AI would say about a specific product – we have caught the bus, but how do we get passengers in to pay! HUH? I asked Gemini (Google’s AI) this question; “Please recommend a Gqeberha based supplier and installer of the Shelly Pro EM-50” Gemini said: …
While the headlines are focused on the 12 high-ranking SAPS arrests in Pretoria, the Eastern Cape – and specifically our two Algo Bay seaports – are emerging as a critical operational hub for the “Big Five” cartel. The NMB & Eastern Cape “Connection” The testimony from “Witness A” and “Witness B” has highlighted that the …
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is taking a firm and proactive stance against the unlawful extraction and sale of water. Municipal authorities have observed a concerning increase in unauthorised water distribution from boreholes and open water systems, a practice that endangers public health, undermines equitable access, and compromises the Municipality’s efforts to manage this vital …
In the context of the current 2026 water crisis and the ongoing management of the Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) supply, the term “operators” often refers to the specific entities or bulk suppliers that feed into our municipal grid. While the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) holds the exclusive legal right to provide and sell water …
