Homepower: Engineering Grid Telemetry for Revenue Protection
2017
Year Founded
Wits University
Incubation Partner
Lindani Dlamini, a seasoned metering specialist, witnessed the risks of physical electricity disconnections firsthand. This experience fueled his vision for a safer, more efficient solution to municipal revenue protection.
He established Homepower in 2017 to bridge the gap between physical power infrastructure and secure remote management, eliminating high-risk field operations.
University-Backed Development Milestones
Research & Concept
Prototyping & Testing
Market Validation
Commercial Deployment
Initial studies at Wits University identified critical gaps in municipal revenue protection and field safety.
Early CCRMD designs were rigorously tested in laboratory and controlled field environments for reliability.
Pilot programs with local municipalities confirmed the CCRMD's effectiveness in real-world scenarios.
Full-scale manufacturing and installation commenced, bringing secure grid telemetry to South African utilities.
Innovation for a Secure and Reliable Grid
We are dedicated to fostering local skills, creating jobs, and building long-term partnerships that strengthen South Africa's municipal infrastructure.
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