Eskom condemns vandalism to its equipment
"It is important to run operations efficiently to curb financial losses as a result of illegal activities."
GAUTENG.- Eskom has said that it strongly condemns the continuous vandalism and theft of our equipment that is taking place across Gauteng.
The national electric supplier said that there has been an increase in incidents of vandalism and theft of its equipment resulting in the loss of revenue and increased replacement costs.
“Eskom remains committed to providing electricity safely without degenerating its assets. It is important to run operations efficiently to curb financial losses as a result of illegal activities, as these are costly and unsustainable.”
Members of the public are requested to report criminal activities by reporting illegal connections, theft and vandalism of electricity infrastructure to the toll free Eskom crime line number: 0800 112 722
