# The Energy Council of South Africa says the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill needs to be signed into law. The bill paves the way for the direct purchase and transmission of electricity, not only from Eskom but also from private power producers, without going through cumbersome legal processes. Trade, Industry and Competition minister Parks Tau says the bill was still being assessed by president Cyril Ramaphosa, and that no timeframe was provided for its possible signing into law. The council says the legislation will help boost electricity generation and competition.
Energy Council of SA wants the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill signed into law