Child, 9, dies after touching exposed electricity cables in Joburg

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A nine-year-old child was electrocuted as a result of illegal connections in the Rabie Ridge informal settlement in Johannesburg

The incident occurred last week, according to the city's MMC for environment and infrastructure services department Mpho Moerane, who warned against the dangers of illegal connections.

Moerane expressed condolences to the family of the slain child as the city experienced network overloading as a result of the illegal connections. Moerane said City Power would intensify the cut-off of illegal connections across the city, while continuing raising awareness about the dangers of vandalism and illegal connections.

Lenasia also saw an increase in issues with medium voltages which were restored within the targeted time.

 

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MCVENTA This goes out to the Parents!

Shame

Sue... Sue their pants off

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Very sad indeed. Down with Izinyokanyoka!!!

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