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    Ok.
    Can the landlord disconnect the tenant?
    Even though the the tenant had no lease, you still need a court order to disconnect. Otherwise it is self help.

    The occupant is an unlawfull occupant, so landlord can apply for eviction order.
    Even if deemd lawful, in the absence of a lease landlord can give notice.

    The demand for payment will be unjustified enrichment as there is no contract so the claim is in delict.
    Anthony Sterne

    www.acumenholdings.co.za
    DISCLAIMER The above is merely a comment in discussion form and an open public arena. It does not constitute a legal opinion or professional advice in any manner or form.

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