DStv Channel 403 Friday, 08 November 2024

Discussion | Joburgers face R200 service charge and 12.7% hike

JOHANNESBURG - Joburgers are outraged at City Power's tariff increases.

But, they were more shocked by a R200 monthly prepaid electricity surcharge.

This is on top of the 12.7% rate hike.

READ: Discussion | Gauteng residents angry at City Power billing

The utility says the charge is to address long-standing disparities between prepaid and postpaid customers.

It says the money will be used to keep the network running.

Energy Expert, Chris Yelland, spoke to eNCA. 

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