WATCH | Editor's Insight | Residents riled by steep surcharge shock

JOHANNESBURG - It is that time of year again when residents brace themselves for higher municipal tariffs.

Johannesburg residents are facing a significant increase in electricity prices, nearly 13% more than before.

Prepaid electricity users are feeling an additional pinch with a R200 surcharge, causing confusion and dissatisfaction across the city.

The tariff hikes mean residents are now receiving fewer units of electricity for their money.