Joburg pensioner wins R437k billing battle; City Power admits double-billing flaw

A Johannesburg pensioner received over R437,000 in credits and write-offs after a seven-year dispute over municipal electricity bills. City Power's analysis indicates he was incorrectly billed for postpaid electricity while also purchasing prepaid power, revealing a systemic billing flaw. The case highlights potential widespread metering and billing errors in the city's electricity infrastructure.