To access your Free Basic Electricity (FBE) token number, qualifying and registered households can use specific cellphone codes or request it from local vendors. There isn't a single universal "code" that you type into a meter; instead, there are methods to obtain your unique FBE token.
Understanding Free Basic Electricity (FBE)
Free Basic Electricity (FBE) is a government-supported initiative designed to provide a certain amount of free electricity to indigent households. This aims to ensure that all households have access to essential energy services, helping to alleviate poverty and improve living standards.
Eligibility for FBE
Access to FBE is not automatic. Households must qualify for the benefit and be registered within the relevant municipal or utility system. Once a household meets these criteria and is registered, they can then proceed to access their monthly FBE token.
Methods to Access Your FBE Token
There are two primary ways for eligible and registered households to obtain their FBE token number:
1. Via Cellphone (USSD Codes)
The most common and convenient method is through your cellphone by dialing a specific USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) code. Upon successful dialing, your FBE token number will be provided, which you can then use to load your free electricity onto your meter.
- Dial: *269*120#
- Alternatively, Dial: *130*869#
These codes connect you to the system that provides your household's unique FBE token number.
2. At a Local Vendor
Another accessible option is to request your FBE token directly from any local electricity vendor. This is particularly useful if you do not have a cellphone or prefer a face-to-face interaction.
Important Note: You are not obligated to purchase additional electricity from the vendor to receive your FBE token. Simply inform them that you are there to collect your free basic electricity.
Summary of FBE Access Methods
To make it easy to understand, here's a summary of how to get your FBE token:
| Access Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Via Cellphone | Dial *269*120# or *130*869# on your mobile phone to receive your unique FBE token number directly to your device. This method requires your household to be qualified and registered for the FBE benefit. |
| At a Local Vendor | Visit any local electricity vendor and ask for your FBE token. You are not required to make any purchase of electricity from the vendor to receive your free allocation. |
Ensuring your household is qualified and properly registered is the first step towards benefiting from Free Basic Electricity. Once registered, accessing your monthly token is a straightforward process through these convenient methods.
