Heating a home through winter can cost more than R2,000 a month, but the cheapest energy source depends on where you live. We compared gas and electricity across four South African cities to find out which keeps a family home warm for less.

Many South Africans worry that electric blankets are behind soaring winter electricity bills. The numbers suggest room heaters may be the real culprit. But it all depends on use.

While gas prices vary surprisingly little between South Africa's major cities, heating demand does not.

While gas prices vary surprisingly little between South Africa's major cities, heating demand does not.

Heating a home through winter can cost more than R2,000 a month, but the cheapest energy source depends on where you live. We compared gas and electricity across four South…

Heating a home through winter can cost more than R2,000 a month, but our analysis reveals that gas may be the cheaper option in many South African cities. Discover how your…

Warm air is sneaking out of your house and costing thousands over time with culprits like single-glazed windows and empty offices adding to your heating bill.

Electric blankets, door snakes and closed curtains may not be as exciting as a new heater, but they can save South African households hundreds of rand a month.