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City Power 'cautiously' resumes service after Joburg CBD violence

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City Power in Johannesburg has started resuming operations after the utility withdrew response teams from areas plagued by violence and looting on Sunday and Monday.

“We will continue to monitor violence flash points across the city to determine whether it's safe to operate or not,” said spokesperson Isaac Mangena.

“However, we won't be dispatching at night in those areas until we are sure of the safety of our contractors and employees.”

 

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