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Weighing up the pros and cons of going off the grid

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Load shedding is, more often than not, on Stage 6 and it is affecting our daily lives. The unreliable electricity and water supply means more South Africans are considering going off the grid.

However, the costs, which can run to well over R100 000, are often the deterring factor.

Below are some things you should know as you weigh the pros and

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