Melikhaya Zagagana14 December 2024 | 13:42
CoCT concerned by rise in vandalism of electricity infrastructure
Energy MCC, Xanthea Limberg said the vandalism is a setback which disrupts efforts to deliver services to residents.
FILE: Illegal electricity connection. Picture: Christa Eybers/EWN
CAPE TOWN - The City of Cape Town is concerned by the rise in the vandalism of electricity infrastructure.
Mitchell's Plain has been identified as a hotspot for theft and vandalism.
According to the municipality, more than 35 incidents have been reported to the South African Police Service (SAPS) in less than three months.
Energy MCC, Xanthea Limberg said the vandalism is a setback which disrupts efforts to deliver services to residents.
"These incidents really highlight the scale of the problem. Most of our substations are in our neighbourhoods, close to homes. Only by working together can we protect our power, and hit back at the criminals targeting our infrastructure."