As South Africans contemplate the outrageous possibility of electricity tariff hikes of up to 36.15% from the beginning of April next year, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the future of affordable, reliable energy is shifting towards self-reliance.

While encouraging, this accelerated interest and growth towards renewable energy solutions also means the oversupply stock of panels, inverters, and batteries that almost crippled the industry, is flying off the shelves. Coupled with the prospect of new and pricier products projected for early 2025, the ideal time for South Africans and businesses looking to buy solar and backup power products at the lowest possible prices is right now, or within the next few months...

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