Electricity tariffs: City of Joburg withdraws proposed fixed charges

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Electricity tariffs: City of Joburg withdraws proposed fixed charges

Due to public outcry, the City of Joburg has taken a decision to withdraw the proposed tariffs for pre-paid electricity. Other tariffs have been reduced.

Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

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