Rooftop solar costs less as Eskom simplifies compliance rules

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It now costs at least R9,000 ($520) less to install rooftop solar in South Africa after utility Eskom simplified its compliance process. Certified electricians can now approve installations, in addition to professional engineers, reducing costs and delays. The changes come amid a push from households for faster and more affordable ways to adopt solar power.

• The cost reduction comes on top of an existing waiver on registration and connection fees for households with solar systems up to 50 kVA that runs until March 2026.

• Together, these measures are expected to make rooftop solar more accessible in South Africa, driving further adoption in a market that has already seen rapid growth.

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