“Egoli Gas said the decision to terminate supply followed extensive internal assessments and was driven primarily by safety concerns.”

“a combination of illegal utility connections, tampering, building access constraints, encroachment, informal settlement activity, and elevated crime and security risks has significantly impaired Egoli Gas’ ability to safely inspect, maintain, repair and operate parts of this network.”

“Egoli Gas’ position is governed by the applicable gas by-laws and legal framework, which make provision for the termination of supply where continued operation is unsafe, impracticable or otherwise not feasible.”

“the cost of a basic conversion to LPG runs to about R30,000 on average.”

“for a typical two-bedroom flat or small house, households are now facing conversion costs of roughly R10,000 to R20,000, depending on the appliances involved.”

“A typical household using LPG for basic needs may spend R600 to R900 a month, but where residents are forced onto electricity – particularly for geysers and heating – costs can rise to R1,200 to R1,700 or more.”