Electricity Tariffs
Coverage of Electricity Tariffs in the Nexus archive.
- FY2026-27 budget: Senate seeks increase of income tax exemption threshold, reduction in electricity tariffs
The Senate adopted recommendations for the FY2026-27 federal budget, including increasing income tax exemption thresholds for low-income earners, reducing electricity tariffs, and expanding social protection programs. These proposals, led by Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue Chairperson Saleem Mandviwalla, will be sent to the National Assembly but are not binding.
- South Africa: Joburg's New Tariffs Hit Wallets Hard
South Africa's Johannesburg has introduced new tariffs increasing electricity by 8.6%, water by 12.5%, and sanitation by 11%, significantly affecting residents' expenses.
- Thailand Plans 20% Electricity Price Cut for Low-Use Households
Thailand plans to reduce electricity tariffs by approximately 20% for households with low electricity usage. The policy aims to provide financial relief to low-consumption households.