South Africans are paying more for electricity, and still not always getting it. With Eskom’s 12.74% tariff hike this year and another 8.76% and 8.83% increase approved for 2026 and 2027, power costs will have surged nearly 80% since 2022. Yet despite rising tariffs, load reduction remains a regular part of daily life for millions of households.
Against this backdrop, many households are looking for ways to take back control. According to recent estimates, families that switched to solar just three years ago have already saved hundreds of thousands of rand — proof that investing in reliable backup power pays off in more ways than one.
Amid energy independence trends, EcoFlow offers smart, efficient power solutions that keep homes running and costs down. Here are two of our top Black Friday picks:
1. EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max + 400W Portable solar Panel – now R28,385, down from R37,998 (R9,613 off)
A generous 2048Wh capacity makes DELTA 2 Max ideal for home backup, running your essentials for hours during outages and load reduction periods. On full charge, the DELTA 2 Max can power:
- Refrigerator – 14 hours
- Wi-Fi router – 97 hours
- Laptop – 26 times
It can work in sync with the EcoFlow PowerStream Balcony Solar System, storing all energy and cutting up to 33% of annual energy costs.
2. EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro + 160W NextGen Solar Panel – now R11,577, down from R15,498 (R3,921 off)
Lightweight at only 7.8 kg, the RIVER 2 Pro delivers 800W AC output (X-Boost up to 1600W) and recharges in hours with the 160W NextGen Solar Panel, providing reliable energy anywhere. Perfect for both home backup and outdoor adventures, it can power:
- Mini fridge – up to 18.6 hours
- Portable Wi-Fi router – 60 hours
- Phone – 57 charges
From November 10 to December 1, EcoFlow South Africa is offering up to 40% off on its best-selling portable power stations and solar bundles. It’s the perfect time to secure reliable backup power and save more before the next round of tariff hikes.
Africa Fact: Monomotapa had a social welfare system. Antonio Bocarro, a Portuguese contemporary, informs us that the Emperor: “shows great charity to the blind and maimed, for these are called the king’s poor, and have land and revenues for their subsistence, and when they wish to pass through the kingdoms, wherever they come food and drinks are given to them at the public cost as long as they remain there, and when they leave that place to go to another they are provided with what is necessary for their journey, and a guide, and some one to carry their wallet to the next village. In every place where they come there is the same obligation.”
Turnip King
Van is hitch-hiking and he gets picked up by a larnie in a merc. After travelling awhile and making small talk, Van asks the larnie what the 3-pointed star on the bonnet is for. The larnie decides to have some fun with Van.
\”Oh, that\’s the sights, you know, for aiming. When I see someone on the side of the road and I want to run him over, I just line him up in the sights.\”
Old Felix
Aikona – not on your life [eye-koh-na] or [hi-koh-na] A Zulu term used to express shock or disbelief when talking to friends or family.Example: “Aikona, why did she do that?!” / “Haikona, when?! How?!”