Protecting Power Lines in Johannesburg
Johannesburg residents are taking matters into their own hands to protect their power lines due to the city's cable theft crisis.
Secure infrastructure should be covered by our rates. We’d much rather spend the extra money on beautifying our local park.
The crisis has forced communities to compensate for the shortcomings of City Power and the South African Police Service (SAPS), which are struggling to maintain their core operations.
- In some areas, private security firms have taken a frontline role in protecting electricity infrastructure.
- In other areas, residents are using unarmed community foot patrols to keep the lights on.
The availability of resources, such as security guards and surveillance, determines how different parts of the city experience and respond to electricity-related crimes.
Author's summary: Johannesburg residents protect power lines due to cable theft crisis.
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