Urban Utility Talks SA

Rene Kilner, CEO of Trusted Utilities, has spent over a decade helping South Africans navigate the complex world of municipal utilities. With years of hands-on experience resolving issues across multiple municipalities, Rene now shares her knowledge to help everyday consumers understand how our systems really work.

Join her as she explores topics such as:

How municipalities operate — council, administration, and consumer roles

The true cost and transparency of utility billing

Energy as a Service and how it affects you

Property valuation methods and their economic impact

Why sectional title complexes often face financial trouble

Whether cities like Johannesburg truly understand their own infrastructure — and how our money is being spent

Featuring expert guests, real insights, and practical advice, this channel helps demystify South Africa’s municipal and utility landscape for consumers, businesses, and property owners alike.