South Africa: Residents of Johannesburg’s suburbs face power cuts after City imposes increased deposits

On 22 July 2024, City Power undertook a disconnection exercise in Johannesburg’s Northern suburbs, including but not limited to Melrose, Atholl, River Club Ext 9 and North Riding. Some customers have had their power reconnected while others remain without electricity.   

Residents told Daily Maverick that the disconnection took place without any prior notice or engagement before their bills were due on 24 July. Many of them also claimed to have not received the invoices until the…