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On Tuesday, 10 September 10 2024, Eskom technicians executed a successful operation to sever illegal electricity connections affecting the main feeder and four transformer zones in Tsunami, Delft, Western Cape, Cape {town} Etc reports.

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According to Eskom, this operation was in collaboration with the South African Police Services (SAPS) and other law enforcement agencies.

This operation is part of Eskom’s ongoing commitment to combat the persistent issue of illegal connections, which often leads to network overloading and infrastructure damage in affected communities.

According to IOL, Eskom’s senior maintenance and operations management manager in the Western Cape, Promise Ntuli, says these illegal connections place the community at risk.

‘These unsafe acts often lead to innocent children sustaining serious injuries and running the risk of being electrocuted.’

‘Transformer overload and meter bypassing hold serious consequences to properties as transformers can explode and ultimately leave the area without supply for prolonged periods.’

Cape {town} Etc recently reported that Eskom temporarily withdraw its services in Khayelitsha after two staff members were robbed of their vehicle at gunpoint in Makhaza on Thursday, 5 September.

The incident resulted in significant delays in electricity restoration efforts.

Cape Coastal Cluster general manager, Mbulelo Yedwa, says: ‘The safety of our staff is non-negotiable, and if any violence or harassment continues, we will prioritise other electricity supply areas where their safety is guaranteed.’

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