Eskom is appealing to all political parties, independent candidates, supporters, campaign teams, advertising agencies and members of the public not to place election posters, banners or any promotional material on Eskom-owned or operated electricity infrastructure. This appeal applies equally to all election stakeholders and forms part of Eskom’s ongoing efforts to promote public safety and protect critical infrastructure.
Eskom has observed an increase in election-related posters being attached to electricity poles, mini-substations, transformers and other electrical infrastructure during the current campaign period. While electioneering is an important part of South Africa’s democratic process, electricity infrastructure must not be used for advertising or promotional purposes due to the significant safety risks involved.
The prohibition on attaching unauthorised material to Eskom infrastructure applies throughout the year. The current appeal follows an increase in election-related posters observed during the election campaign period.
The risk arises when individuals climb poles, use ladders, or work in close proximity to live electrical equipment while installing or removing posters. Such activities can expose people to electric shock, severe burns, serious injury or even death.
Unauthorised attachments can also damage infrastructure, obstruct inspections and maintenance activities, and compromise safe access to electrical equipment required to support reliable electricity supply.
Eskom urges all election stakeholders to use only authorised advertising structures and to refrain from placing campaign material on any electricity infrastructure. Members of the public are reminded to always treat all electrical installations as live and dangerous.
Unsafe activities involving Eskom infrastructure should be reported through Eskom’s customer service channels or local operating offices. Any unauthorised material attached to Eskom infrastructure may be removed where necessary to protect public safety and ensure access to critical infrastructure.
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