They say the City of Ekurhuleni has blocked their prepaid electricity meters because they owe rent, but they have no hope of paying their arrears
News | 12 April 2024
Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality says teams are working to repair the services
Brief | 10 April 2024
Thembelihle Ndlela and Kwenzakonke Gazu, both aged 3, were playing near their homes in Zwelisha, north of Durban, on Wednesday
Brief | 4 April 2024
But the City says repairs are difficult because of safety risks in Tafelsig
News | 2 April 2024
700 houses targeted in sting operation
Brief | 27 March 2024
This year’s Integrated Resources Plan is horrifying
By Alex Lenferna, Ferron Pedro, Promise Mabilo, Motlatsi Makhasane and Bertha Letsoko
Opinion | 20 March 2024
City of Tshwane says it took over the project from the province before it could budget for it
Brief | 15 March 2024
Five women from Thokoza Hostel were arrested on Tuesday after protesting to get the electricity restored
Brief | 13 March 2024
“If you don’t have money to pay for water, the municipality blocks electricity” says protestor
Brief | 11 March 2024
The protesters say they are also fed up with illegal rubbish dumping and potholes in their streets
Brief | 5 March 2024
Premier blames Eskom for delays
Brief | 28 February 2024
Power utility blames illegal connections by shack dwellers and unauthorised backroom extensions by homeowners
Brief | 23 February 2024
The City of Cape Town is considering partnering with alternative energy providers for informal settlements
News | 21 February 2024
The utility says its ageing and damaged infrastructure is battling to cope with demand, and calls on electricity users to pay their bills
Brief | 19 February 2024
Residents were in the dark for four days before taking to the streets
Brief | 8 February 2024
“We are without power at … least 48 hours a week” says resident
News | 23 January 2024