Power
Water
Internet
Recent highlights in Ekurhuleni
Power
Electricity remains off on Kwavuma Street and throughout Extensions 5, 6 and 7 in Palm Ridge, including Extension 6 near D Ground; it is also off in Extension 10. A whole complex in Palm Ridge has been without power since 16:00. Electricity is also reported off in Palm Ridge at an unspecified location.
Water
An emergency water interruption affects Brackendowns Extension 5 and Meyersig, which is still without water. The City of Ekurhuleni attributes it to a leaking valve on the main supply pipeline from the PRV; valve flange repairs on J G Strydom Street are underway, with estimated restoration by 16:00 on 16 October 2026. A roving water tanker is provided.
Internet
Evotel internet is reported down in Dawn Park; the router appears unchanged.
Lost & Found
A small black-and-tan puppy found near the top corner of Bason by the church in South Crest has been claimed by someone who says it belongs to them and asks to collect it.
Safety
Large potholes at the corner of Stanley and East roads in Brentwood Park are described as a safety hazard. The road is reported to have been in this condition for months or years.
Ask my street
A power outage is affecting portions of Pomona and Bredell. Councillor Nina said it was escalated to Kempton Park Energy on 15 October; technicians had started work at 08:00, and an update was expected around noon.
