The ailing power utility has asked energy regulator, Nersa, to allow it to increase its power prices by more than a quarter, starting on 1 April next year.

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says the city won’t stand for a 32% electricity price hike application by Eskom.

The ailing power utility has asked energy regulator, Nersa, to allow it to increase its power prices by more than a quarter, starting on 1 April next year.

I’m determined to fight for ordinary Capetonians against this outrageous proposal, a staggering number of whom are already struggling to make ends meet and buckling under the rising cost of living. They will never be able to absorb this 32% increase if it is approved, so we must oppose this as Capetonians and as Cape Town,” the mayor said.

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