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How much does Mayor Afzul Rehman pay for his electricity bills?
Mayor of Newcastle, Afzul Rehman, has agreed to let us publish what he has paid for his electricity consumption in the past few months.
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In recent months social media has been abuzz with complaints regarding high electricity bills.
According to multiple statements issued by the Newcastle Municipality, the higher figures can be attributed to increased usage during the cold winter months.
Mayor of Newcastle, Afzul Rehman, has agreed to let us publish what he has paid for his electricity consumption in the past few months.
On Thursday, grab your copy of the Advertiser to read about how much the first citizen is forking out to keep the lights on, and how much the municipality is paying Eskom to provide us with power.
Have an estimate in mind? Leave your comments below, and tell us what you think the Mayor is paying.