What is the risk of public protests against the steep tariff increases Eskom is seeking?

 

Lavender Hill residents have again taken to the streets to protest against high electricity costs. The uprising on Saturday coincided with energy regulator Nersa publishing a list of tariff hikes Eskom is applying for. This includes a 36.15 percent increase starting in April next year. Lester Kiewit asks Chris Nissen, Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission if there’s a high risk of more public protests?

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