EV Charging Points in South Africa
Thinking of going electric? Here's where you can charge, what it costs, and how to plan a road trip, wherever you are in the country.
Who operates South Africa's chargers
South Africa's largest and longest-running network, covering the majority of public AC and DC chargers countrywide.
One of the fastest-growing networks, rapidly rolling out new DC fast-charging sites along major routes and retail centres.
Off-grid, solar-powered charging hubs designed to keep working through load-shedding, independent of the municipal grid.
Backed by Mercedes-Benz, with high-speed chargers rolling out at dealerships and select public sites.
Still the most reliable and affordable option for most owners, a 7kW wallbox can fully charge most EVs overnight.
What charging costs
Public charging tariffs vary by network, location and time of day, and are set independently by each operator — treat the figures above as a general guide rather than a fixed price. Always check the relevant app before charging.
No single app covers every network yet, so most drivers use two or three together to plan long-distance routes.