Central African Republic Utility Tariff Calculator
Simulate the exact kilowatt-hours (kWh) credited when buying an ENERCA prepaid STS electricity token or calculate your monthly SODECA piped water utility bill in Bangui.
⚡ Utility Service & Consumption
Purchased via Orange Money (*144#), Telecel (*150#) or counter
Tariff Simulation Output
Enter the 20-digit voucher code steadily on the keypad. Confirm entry by pressing the blue or Enter key. If an error message displays (e.g., Err-02), confirm previous entries before re-keying.
📋 Regulatory Tariff Structure for Electricity & Water in CAR
| Service & Consumption Tier | Monthly Volume Range | Pre-Tax Base Tariff | National VAT (19%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENERCA Social Lifeline | 0 to 50 kWh / month | 75 FCFA / kWh | Exempt from VAT |
| ENERCA Standard Domestic | 51 to 250 kWh / month | 115 FCFA / kWh | 19% VAT Applicable |
| ENERCA High Comfort / Business | Beyond 250 kWh / month | 150 FCFA / kWh | 19% VAT Applicable |
| SODECA Water • Tier 1 | 0 to 10 m³ / month | 240 FCFA / m³ | Exempt from VAT |
| SODECA Water • Tier 2 | 11 to 30 m³ / month | 380 FCFA / m³ | 19% VAT Applicable |
📖 Modernization of Public Utilities in Central African Republic
To enhance revenue collection and curb billing disputes in Bangui, Énergie Centrafricaine (ENERCA) has phased in Standard Transfer Specification (STS) smart prepaid meters across residential and commercial sectors. This allows consumers to pay go, eliminating billing surprises.
Backed by the Danzi 25 MW solar farm and ongoing rehabilitations at the Boali hydropower plants, electricity access in the capital is progressively stabilizing, while SODECA expands its municipal water distribution piping network to emerging outlying districts in Bimbo and Begoua.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions • ENERCA & SODECA
How does recharging an ENERCA prepaid electricity meter work in Bangui?
Customers provide their 11-digit meter number, pay cash or mobile money, and input the 20-digit token into their meter.
Why does the first recharge of the calendar month yield fewer kWh?
The first recharge of each month deducts fixed public lighting and meter maintenance charges (approx. 1,000 FCFA).
What are the domestic water consumption tiers for SODECA in CAR?
SODECA applies 240 FCFA/m³ up to 10 m³, 380 FCFA/m³ up to 30 m³, and 550 FCFA/m³ above 30 m³, plus meter rental.
Is 19% VAT applied to electricity and water bills in CAR?
Lifeline social blocks are exempt; all higher domestic and commercial tiers incur standard 19% VAT.
What are the primary power generation sources for the Bangui grid?
Power is supplied by the Boali hydroelectric plants, the Danzi 25 MW solar plant, and emergency thermal generators.
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Verified Utilities & Systems AuditorPrincipal hardware & web systems engineer with deep domain knowledge in smart metering infrastructure, prepayment STS token systems, and public utility billing mechanisms.
📊 Central African Republic Statutory Fiscal & Labor Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (XAF) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | 0 FCFA |
Engr. Muhammad Shahzad
Principal Financial Systems Architect & Central African CEMAC & CAR Regulatory Policy Specialist
Lead software and systems architect specializing in high-performance browser computing, algorithmic validation, financial models, and zero-telemetry client-side privacy architecture.