Eskom records over R30 billion in profit, charging customers more as sales decline

BusinessTech | 31-08-2026 10:20am |

Eskom, South Africa's state-owned power utility, reported a profit of over R30 billion for the 2026 financial year, more than doubling its previous earnings. The company's revenue increased despite a decline in electricity sales volumes, attributed to higher tariffs charged to customers. This financial performance comes amid ongoing challenges in the energy sector.

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