Power outage in 2 areas around Kwaggasrand

Started 16 Oct at 10:55. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 16 Oct 2026, 14:12 SAST

Started 16 Oct, 10:55 SAST

Map of areas affected by the power outage around Kwaggasrand

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Electricity is out again in West Park. A 132 kV line tripped at Kwaggasrand substation. Power to Zebra Substation was reported restored at 12:07, and Atteridgeville’s 16 October 13:00 progress report says the Zebra Zone outage affecting parts of Atteridgeville, Kalafong Heights, West Park and Kwaggasrand is completed. Power is still out in West Park, according to an individual report at 14:12.

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16 Oct, 01:0017 Oct, 00:00 SAST

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“No recent reports” does not confirm that service is back. All times are South African Standard Time (SAST).

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