Trending · 500 searches · 22 Sept 2026
Meter Fines
South Africans are searching for 'electricity meter' due to a crackdown on prepaid meter tampering in Tshwane.
Homeowners with prepaid electricity meters face fines up to R75,000 for tampering.
Crackdown on Tampering
Tshwane's crackdown on prepaid meter tampering has led to a rise in fines and disputes, prompting the searches.
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