The Zimbabwean Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) has announced the conversion of public street and tower lights in various municipalities, including Bulawayo and Chitungwiza, to prepaid meters.
This initiative is part of ZETDC’s ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery, improve efficiency, and ensure a sustainable supply of electricity for all Zimbabweans.
Prior to the installation, ZETDC engaged with councils since June 2024 and issued written reminders in May 2025, advising them of the final phase of the prepaid meter installation project.
The company reminded councils that upon installation, meters would be pre-loaded with limited units before registration.
Upon each installation, relevant documents are handed over to the respective City Council official on-site to facilitate processing for registration and subsequent token purchase.
According to ZETDC, the current disconnections are a direct result of the newly installed prepaid meters requiring the purchase of electricity tokens by local authorities.
ZETDC says it is committed to ensuring public safety and well-being.
The company is actively engaging with municipalities to facilitate meter registration and activation and also expedite token purchase for registered meters.
ZETDC urged municipalities to prioritize the necessary administrative and financial processes to acquire tokens without delay. “Swift action is crucial to alleviating public safety concerns,” ZETDC said.
ZETDC remains dedicated to providing reliable power to all customers and stakeholders.
Source:https://energynewsafrica.com
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