The management of the Lesotho Electricity Company (LEC) would like to advise landlords that the responsibility for all electrical installations and the meters on their premises rests with them. In the event of detection of illegal extraction of electricity as a result of tampering, or any illegal activities on the installation, LEC shall promptly disconnect electricity supply.  Reconnection of supply shall only be effected upon settlement of all outstanding amounts either by the tenant or by the landlord, who has ultimate responsibility.  

 Landlords are, therefore, advised to put in place measures that will minimize the chances of tampering by their tenants as such illegal activities, which are normally unsafe, can cause fires, electrocution and other serious hazards resulting in damage, not only to LEC property but to the landlord’s property as well. In addition to the routine inspections carried out on installations by LEC, landlords are advised to report to LEC, should they suspect any acts of illegal extraction of electricity.  Upon such reporting LEC shall promptly carry out inspection, at no charge, and take the appropriate action.

Please note that the reporting of illegal consumption to LEC does not absolve the landlord of his/her responsibility of ensuring that the tenants do not use electrical installations/ fittings in the premises in an illegal manner.

 AUGUST 16, 2006