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Watch VideoJoburg in decay: JRA and City Power's 'arrogance' plunges residents into darkness as traffic and street lights stay dead

Joburg streets remain in disrepair, as traffic and street lights lie neglected, over 20 traffic signals are non-functional, nearly 20 have been vandalised, and about 30 street lights are either missing, broken or stolen in areas like Cosmo City, Zandspruit, and Randburg.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

WATCH: Fire at Lenasia substation causes widespread power outage

A fire at Eskom’s Lenasia substation on Tuesday morning has knocked out electricity across Lenasia and disrupted supply to City Power, affecting thousands of residents.

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Alex residents slam City Power over cut-off of illegal electricity connections

City Power has intensified its efforts to combat illegal electricity connections in Alexandra Township, leading to significant confiscations and raising concerns among residents about their rights and dignity.

News South Africa
Siyabonga Sithole|Published