Thabazimbi: Final Decision Notice: FINAL DECISION ON THE INTERRUPTION OF BULK ELECTRICITY SUPPLY TO THABAZIMBI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
FINAL DECISION ON THE INTERRUPTION OF BULK ELECTRICITY SUPPLY TO THABAZIMBI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
As indicated in the notice published on 4 August 2017, Eskom has carefully considered all written representations, comments and/or submissions received on or before the closing date which, among others, detailed the negative effect the contemplated interruption is likely to have on residents and business, the fact that some customers are paying customers in the municipal area and many other representations. After careful consideration of all the representations and the overall impact of the escalating municipal debt, Eskom has taken a decision to proceed with the contemplated interruption and/or disconnection of bulk electricity supply to Thabazimbi Local Municipality.
Eskom hereby notifies all parties who are likely to be materially and adversely affected that the contemplated interruption of bulk supply to Thabazimbi Local Municipality will commence on
21 September 2017.
The contemplated interruption of electricity supply will result in temporary scheduled disconnection at the following times:
| Monday to Friday | Saturday and Sunday |
|---|---|
| 06:00 – 08:00 | 08:30 – 11:00 |
| 17:00 – 19:30 | 15:00 – 17:30 |
Notwithstanding the above proposed indicative times for the interruption of electricity supply, Eskom may, upon 15 calendar days’ notice, disconnect electricity entirely and indefinitely should the electricity debt situation not improve.
The following towns/municipal areas shall be affected by the contemplated interruption and/or disconnection, except those directly supplied by Eskom.
Thabazimbi Municipality/Customer Affected Towns/Points of Supply:
•Thabazimbi Town
• Thabazimbi Industrial area
• Ipelegeng
• Regorogile Extension 5 and 6
Eskom advises all parties who are likely to be materially and adversely affected by the contemplated interruption of bulk electricity supply to Thabazimbi Local Municipality to take all the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of lives and to limit damages to their equipment, operations and business.
Reference Number: 137420
Issued in terms of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (Act 3 of 2000)