Cape Town residents have been warned to be aware of scammers selling prepaid electricity tokens at discounted rates online.
The city’s energy directorate said it was aware of scammers selling fraudulent units online, urging residents to be vigilant if approached with such an offer and to only purchase prepaid electricity from approved“The city is aware of scammers attempting to sell prepaid electricity tokens at discounted rates.
“If residents choose to purchase from a scammer, it will unfortunately be money wasted. The city cannot refund residents in these situations. Residents are reminded if a deal seems too good to be true, it very likely is,” said Van Reenen. “If residents are struggling financially, they are reminded they can reduce their household electricity bills by using less. To a large extent, the power to reduce costs and use is in their hands.
“The city has help available for registered indigent people and pensioners. Residents are encouraged to reach out to the city to see if they qualify for assistance.”
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