City Power says it is owed around R4.5 billion in unpaid electricity debt. The power utility embarked on a revenue collection operation across Johannesburg targeting two properties, Broadcast House and Maxhoseni Hotel in Johannesburg where officials disconnected electricity due to outstanding payments.
The utility says non-payment continues to impact service delivery and its ability to maintain infrastructure and purchase electricity.
City Power Acting Chief Executive Officer Charles Tlouane has urged residents and businesses to come forward and make arrangements with the utility to avoid being cut off.
“We encourage residents and businesses to come forward, because if they do not, unfortunately their electricity supply will be disconnected. We have been clear about this and want to send a strong message to everyone using electricity illegally including large businesses, small businesses and households. We are coming after those who are not complying, because the city needs that revenue in order to continue operating and delivering services.”
Delivering the 2026/27 budget speech at the city council chamber in Braamfontein, Finance MMC Loyiso Masuku says the allocation will support electricity grid strengthening, smart metering, electricity loss reduction and renewable energy projects.
“The city is finalising the development finance linked to projects as approved by council yesterday including the recent loan of KfW to support City Power’s infrastructure. Similarly, Madam Speaker, the city is engaged with constructive discussions with Eskom on the current debt and recovery interventions with the support and collaborative efforts from national government.”
Beyond infrastructure and financial reform, the budget advances community upliftment, safety and inclusive development.
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Informal settlement upgrading and social housing projects
