Orange Farm Load Reduction Schedule - Gauteng
Orange Farm and extensions including Stretford and Lakeside areas south of Johannesburg.
Municipality: City of Johannesburg | Load reduction blocks: Block J
Eskom is no longer implementing load reduction
Eskom's load reduction page now says it is no longer implementing load reduction (checked 11 November 2026). If your power is off in Orange Farm, it is most likely a power outage or fault, not load reduction. The schedule on this page is kept for reference in case Eskom brings load reduction back.
Power off in Orange Farm? Check live power outages →Load reduction in Orange Farm is typically scheduled during the morning (05h00 - 09h00) and evening (17h00 - 22h00) peak periods.
Schedules rotate between blocks. Always confirm with Eskom or your municipality for last-minute changes.
Projected schedule: Eskom has not published the November 2026 Gauteng schedule.
Eskom reuses the same monthly block rotation from year to year, so the dates below for Orange Farm follow its November 2025 rotation, with each block's areas taken from the latest published schedule. Eskom now says it is no longer implementing load reduction, so these dates show when your area would be affected if it resumed. We switch to the official schedule as soon as Eskom publishes it. Confirm with Eskom on 08600 37566 before relying on a specific time.
Projected Load Reduction Schedule for Orange Farm (November 2026)
Monday, November 16, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Friday, November 20, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Sunday, November 22, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
Saturday, November 28, 2026
- Orange Farm, Extensions 1, 3, 8 & 7-East
What is Load Reduction?
Load reduction is different from load shedding. While load shedding affects all areas on a rotating schedule, load reduction specifically targets areas with high electricity losses due to illegal connections, meter tampering, and non-payment. Eskom implements load reduction to protect infrastructure and reduce technical losses.
In Orange Farm, load reduction typically lasts 2-4 hours during peak demand periods (early morning and evening). The schedule rotates between different blocks to distribute the impact.
How Long Does Load Reduction Last in Orange Farm?
Load reduction in Orange Farm is scheduled during two peak periods each day:
- Morning: 05h00 to 09h00 (up to 4 hours)
- Evening: 17h00 to 22h00 (up to 5 hours)
Not all blocks are affected every day. The schedule rotates so that different blocks are switched off on different days. Check the schedule above to see when Orange Farm is next affected.
Which Blocks Affect Orange Farm?
Based on the current Eskom schedule, Orange Farm falls under load reduction Block J. When any of these blocks are scheduled for load reduction, areas in and around Orange Farm will be affected.
Tips for Managing Load Reduction
- Charge phones, laptops, and power banks before the scheduled time
- Keep a torch or candles ready for evening load reduction periods
- Avoid opening your fridge or freezer during the outage to keep food cold
- Unplug sensitive electronics to protect against power surges when electricity returns
- If you use a prepaid meter, ensure you have sufficient credit loaded
- Consider investing in a small UPS or inverter for essential devices
Load Reduction in Nearby Areas
Disclaimer: This schedule is based on the latest available information from Eskom. Schedules may change at short notice. Always confirm with Eskom (08600 37566) or your local municipality for the most up-to-date information. OurPower is not affiliated with Eskom.
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