Scottburgh residents step in to help power utility
Volunteers step in after power cut chaos in Scottburgh.
Scottburgh was recently plunged into darkness again following cable theft, leaving parts of the village exposed and vulnerable.
Although Eskom repaired the damaged cable, teams were unable to cover the trench due to another emergency.
Volunteers from the Scottburgh Neighbourhood Association and Patrollers (SNAP) stepped in, filling the trench themselves to ensure the area was safe.
SNAP works closely with Saps and security companies, with patrollers acting as extra eyes and ears in Scottburgh Central and Scottburgh South. The group also assists by clearing overgrown vegetation to improve visibility and help deter criminal activity.
Ward 15 councillor Dana Daniels praised the volunteers for their swift response.
“This is what true community spirit looks like. A big thank you to Gladiator Security for keeping the team safe,” she said.
The R102, between Pick n Pay and the hospital, remains a hotspot for cable theft and crime despite ongoing efforts to secure the area.
Proposed solutions include installing solar-powered high-mast lights along the route and encouraging residents to volunteer for SNAP patrols, which are only one hour a day.
Residents interested in assisting can contact Sharon on 082 7740128 or Avanti on 082 7601900.
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