Pay for Prepaid Electricity Easily in George with Powertime

Topping up your prepaid electricity in George Municipality has never been simpler. With Powertime, you can manage electricity, airtime, and municipal bills from anywhere, safely and reliably.

How to Buy

• Online or Mobile App: Use your Powertime wallet to purchase electricity anytime on Android or iOS.

• SMS Vending: Quickly buy electricity by sending your PIN and desired amount via SMS. Tokens are delivered instantly.

  
  

Why Powertime Stands Out

• Flexible Payments: Top up via EFT, credit card, or your Powertime wallet.

• 24/7 Access: Buy electricity whenever you need it no business hours required.

• Powertime Wallet: Pay for electricity, airtime, and municipal services all in one place.

• Secure Transactions: All payments follow strict security protocols, keeping your details safe.

  
  

Know Your Rates

All Powertime purchases reflect the official George Municipality tariffs.

George Municipality Electricity Tariffs 2026/2027

(1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027)

Tariff Type	Detail	2026/2027 Tariff
Prepaid (Domestic)	Basic Charge (Fixed)	~R115.58 per month
Prepaid (Domestic)	Capacity Charge	~R6.98 per Amp/phase/month
Prepaid (Domestic)	Energy Charge	322.88 cents per kWh
Indigent (Small)	0–400 kWh/month	280.70 cents per kWh
Indigent (Small)	Free electricity allowance	80 kWh/month free
Indigent (Large)	>400 kWh/month	371.11 cents per kWh
Indigent + 1 Backyard Dweller	0–800 kWh/month	280.70 cents per kWh
Indigent + 1 Backyard Dweller	>800 kWh/month	371.11 cents per kWh
Indigent + 2 Backyard Dwellers	0–1,200 kWh/month	280.70 cents per kWh
Indigent + 2 Backyard Dwellers	>1,200 kWh/month	371.11 cents per kWh
Conventional / Prepaid 20A	20 Amps (1 Phase)	371.11 cents per kWh

For exact charges, consult the George Municipality Tariff Book 2026–2027: https://www.george.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/GM-Tariff-Listing-2026-27.pdf?

With Powertime, topping up your electricity is not only convenient, it’s reliable, safe, and designed to fit your schedule.