Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has accused unidentified adversaries of attempting to undermine preparations for the G20 Leaders' Summit after a widespread electricity failure affected critical government installations in Tshwane. The outage disrupted neighborhoods including Groenkloof, Muckleneuk, Arcadia, and the Union Buildings, prompting the rapid deployment of repair crews who successfully restored service.
Lesufi characterized the incident as part of a pattern targeting strategic infrastructure during nationally significant events. He emphasized that provincial authorities have assembled resources and personnel to counter such disruptions ahead of the gathering at Nasrec Expo Centre. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia joined other officials at a security briefing showcasing readiness measures.
Comprehensive contingency arrangements include generator capacity at major venues, backup water supplies coordinated with Johannesburg Water and Rand Water, and enhanced monitoring systems. South Africa becomes the first African nation to chair the forum, with delegates from leading economies expected to address global economic and sustainability challenges.
Lesufi characterized the incident as part of a pattern targeting strategic infrastructure during nationally significant events. He emphasized that provincial authorities have assembled resources and personnel to counter such disruptions ahead of the gathering at Nasrec Expo Centre. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia joined other officials at a security briefing showcasing readiness measures.
Comprehensive contingency arrangements include generator capacity at major venues, backup water supplies coordinated with Johannesburg Water and Rand Water, and enhanced monitoring systems. South Africa becomes the first African nation to chair the forum, with delegates from leading economies expected to address global economic and sustainability challenges.
