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Electricity and water shut-off notice: help Sipho F pay $250

A disconnection notice for electricity and water arrived and Sipho F needs $250 before October.

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Sipho F B. Pretorius
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Johannesburg
The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless I pay $250. I have never been late before a reduction in hours. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $45 first, which I don't have. I live with a disabled brother, and going through summer without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Sipho F's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $250 goes: โ€ข Heating arrears: $170 โ€ข Reconnection and late fees: $30 โ€ข Down payment on a payment plan: $50 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Sipho F
due date
2026-11-25
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Sipho

  1. Quick update: $31 raised so far (12%). the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Small update. $21 so far, I made the first payment toward reconnection and late fees.

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