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Eskom says it has struck a deal with Soweto residents who took to the streets calling for the removal of prepaid electricity meters from their homes. Picture: Reinart Toerien/EWN.

Orlando west protests

Eskom strikes deal with Soweto residents

By Emily Corke

Eskom has revealed that the collective debt in Soweto has reached around R8 billion.

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    Soweto residents want 'fair treatment' from Eskom

    Locals have accused the parastatal of misusing its power by refusing to properly consult with residents.

    2563 days ago
  • A police van drives past burning tyres after angry protesters took to the streets in Orlando West to protest against Eskom's pre-paid electricity meters. Picture: @nkosi_milton.

    ANC prepares to march against Eskom

    The mass march will highlight issues Soweto residents have with Eskom.

    2564 days ago
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    Stephen Grootes says the situation at Eskom is a farce mixed with tragedy.

    2566 days ago
  • President Jacob Zuma. Picture: Reinart Toerien/EWN

    'Power outages will damage ANC campaign'

    On Friday residents were left without electricity for at least ten hours.

    2567 days ago
  • Eskom has been battling to keep the lights on this whole week. Picture: Reinart Toerien/EWN.

    Stage 1 load shedding kicks in

    Eskom has implemented stage one load shedding due to a shortage of generating capacity.

    2567 days ago
  • Protesters put rocks and tyres to block major roads in Orlando West, Soweto to vent their frustration about Eskom pre-paid electricity meter. Picture: @nkosi_milton.

    Cops arrest 15 Orlando West protesters

    Residents have been demonstrating for a second day against the prepaid electricity meter system.

    2570 days ago
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