Ekurhuleni mayor calls for calm as electricity surcharge is put on hold [SOUND]

# Ekurhuleni mayor Doctor Xhakaza has called for calm following violent protests in Tembisa over the controversial fixed electricity surcharge. The city has suspended the fixed charge to allow for further public consultations and to find affordable, long-term solutions. Xhakaza told the media efforts are underway to engage stakeholders, improve communication, and support indigent households through expanded relief measures: