Our story
Built from Experience. Founded with Purpose.
The Plug Point (Pty) Ltd is an independently established South African electric vehicle charging infrastructure and energy solutions business based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
Where Our Journey Began
The foundations of The Plug Point trace back to 2025, when firsthand experiences of electric vehicle ownership highlighted the challenges of travelling through areas with limited or unreliable charging infrastructure.
Several journeys across KwaZulu-Natal exposed difficulties involving charging availability, route planning and access to suitable charging facilities. Some of these journeys ultimately required vehicle recovery.
These experiences motivated independent research into South Africa's developing EV charging infrastructure. Throughout 2025 and 2026, the research expanded to include more than 50 charging locations across KwaZulu-Natal, examining their geographical distribution, charging capabilities, electricity tariffs and accessibility.
From Research to Infrastructure
The founders established The Plug Point as an independent South African company to translate practical EV experience and charging infrastructure research into commercially considered solutions. The business combines infrastructure research, charging technology, site planning and commercial development to assist homes, businesses, commercial properties and vehicle fleets.
Ownership & Economic Participation
The Plug Point was established with female founding participation and a commitment to inclusive economic development. As a South African business, we recognise the importance of local enterprise development, transformation and opportunities for participation in the emerging electric mobility sector. We aim to work with local technical professionals, suppliers, contractors, property owners and commercial partners as the business develops. Formal ownership classifications and B-BBEE recognition details will be communicated where verified and supported by the applicable documentation.
Our mission
To develop practical and commercially sustainable EV charging solutions that support South African homes, businesses, property owners and vehicle fleets in their transition towards electric mobility.
Our vision
To contribute to a reliable and accessible charging ecosystem that supports the growth of electric mobility throughout South Africa.
Our philosophy
How we approach every project
Research Before Recommendation
Every charging project begins with understanding the location, vehicles, energy requirements and customer needs.
Infrastructure for Real-World Use
Charging solutions should reflect practical demand, electrical capacity, available parking and long-term operating costs.
Commercial Sustainability
Charging infrastructure should create value for property owners, businesses and EV drivers.
Built for South Africa
Our approach is informed by local charging conditions, electricity infrastructure, travel patterns and the needs of South African EV owners.
How we deliver every project.
Five steps from first conversation to commissioned charging infrastructure.
We start with a conversation to understand your goals — how many vehicles, what charging speeds, what budget, and what timeline.
We evaluate your site to understand the electrical infrastructure, parking layout, load capacity and cable routes. You receive a written assessment report.
We develop appropriate equipment recommendations, infrastructure requirements and indicative project costs.
We coordinate agreed equipment procurement, installation arrangements and commissioning with relevant qualified professionals.
We provide project-specific operating assistance or maintenance arrangements where available and contractually agreed.
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