Communities to Help Combat Rising Copper Cable Theft

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Electricity distributor Erongo RED has launched a region-wide public awareness campaign aimed at mobilising communities in the fight against copper cable theft, warning that the growing crime continues to disrupt electricity supply, endanger lives and place an increasing financial burden on consumers.

The campaign, titled “Be a Copper Theft Stopper,” encourages residents, businesses and community leaders across the Erongo Region to work together by reporting suspicious activities and helping protect critical electricity infrastructure. According to Erongo RED, copper cable theft extends far beyond the loss of valuable materials. Every incident results in widespread power interruptions that affect households, businesses and essential public services, often leaving entire communities without electricity for several hours.