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Farmer denied bail in R6.6-million electricity theft case [SOUND]

# Eskom has applauded the court’s denial of bail for a Fochville farmer accused of a large-scale illegal electricity operation. Eskom Gauteng spokesperson Amanda Qithi says the suspect allegedly supplied power to over 600 informal households, costing Eskom 6.6-million-rand. He faces multiple charges, including tampering with infrastructure. She says that this case highlights the importance of combating electricity theft and ensuring network sustainability:

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