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Social unrest storm erupts over high electricity prices in South Africa | SA News

Staff Writer
 ·22 Jul 2025

Electricity users in the City of Ekurhuleni scored a victory against the municipality this week, with mayor Nkosindiphile Xhakaza announcing the temporary suspension of a R126 fixed electricity surcharge.

Xhakaza announced the suspension following widespread protests against the fixed fee, which was introduced from 1 July 2025.

Residents took to the streets this week to protest the rising cost of electricity after the municipality implemented an 11% increase.

Since April, Eskom customers have been paying about 13% more.

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