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How can I apply for Free Basic Electricity if I'm paying for the Eskom account but I'm a tenant on someone else's premises?
A letter or affidavit from the owner could work.
How can I reduce the electricity tariff of my new flat?
Speak to your local municipality. It may help to have an affidavit explaining the situation.
Can people living on a shared property apply for indigent support?
Different municipalities have their own policies. Check with yours and if you can apply, discuss installing a pre-paid meter with your landlord.
What do I do if the municipality refuses to comply with a court order against them?
The best way would be seek to seek legal advice about how to enforce the court order.