We can't win on our own as armed thieves are prepared to swim in poo and kill to steal cables: City Power

It’s war underground as cable thieves are armed and do not hesitate to use guns, says official

14 March 2025 - 04:30

City of Johannesburg energy utility City Power says it will not be able to win the war against cable theft and vandalism on its own...

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