The objects of this Act are to—
| (a) |
achieve the efficient, effective, sustainable and orderly development and operation of electricity supply infrastructure in South Africa; |
| (b) |
ensure that the interests and needs of present and future electricity customers and end users are safeguarded and met, having regard to the governance, efficiency, effectiveness and long-term sustainability of the electricity supply industry within the broader context of economic energy regulation in the Republic; |
| (c) |
facilitate investment in the electricity supply industry; |
| (d) |
facilitate universal access to electricity; |
| (e) |
promote the use of diverse energy sources and energy efficiency; |
| (f) |
promote competitiveness and customer and end user choice; and |
| (g) |
facilitate a fair balance between the interests of customers and end users, licensees, investors in the electricity supply industry and the public. |
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