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Power Outage in East Town, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in East Town by City Power
There are 28 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.
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Power Outages Affecting East Town

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⏸ No recent updatereported 7d ago• 70h 2m (no follow-up)- Alexandra
Repair work at Alexandra Substation for snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street, will resume tomorrow once materials are delivered. The supply remains 97% restored.
AlexandraEast BankRiver ParkTsutsumaniFar East Bank
Cause: Snapped overhead linessource
Timeline (10 updates)
  1. Update - Sat, 15 Aug, 13:18
    Power supply has been restored up to 97% to customers in Alexandra, but one Pole Mounted Transformer remains isolated due to a snapped overhead line, affecting customers in 13th to 17th Avenue between London Road and Rooth Street.
    source
  2. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 09:40
    There is an outage update for Alexandra Substation.
    source
  3. Restored - Tue, 18 Aug, 07:31
    Power supply is fully restored to customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street.
    source
  4. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:54
    City Power is building on previous engagements with Alexandra businesses to undertake a focused compliance and normalisation programme, including street-by-street audits and addressing recurring electricity interruptions.
    source
  5. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:55
    City Power is addressing network overloading, illegal connections, low vending, and damaged infrastructure in Alexandra, having invested approximately R595.7 million in various normalisation projects since 2003.
    source
  6. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:55
    City Power is streaming live at the Alexandra Electricity Imbizo to discuss electricity challenges with residents.
    source
  7. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:57
    City Power confirms significant investment in Alexandra's network but stresses the need for resident cooperation to ensure sustainable outcomes, with plans to intensify metering audits and infrastructure protection.
    source
  8. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:59
    City Power is discussing the need for partnership to address low vending levels in Alexandra, despite normalisation efforts in areas like River Park, Tsutsumani, Far East Bank, and WesBank.
    source
  9. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 09:00
    City Power is engaging with Alexandra residents on electricity challenges, including refurbishment of Roosevelt Switching Station at Alexandra Substation, to move towards a more stable and sustainable electricity supply.
    source
  10. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 11:20
    Repair work at Alexandra Substation for snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street, will resume tomorrow once materials are delivered. The supply remains 97% restored.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Other outages in this area

Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting East Town directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today2 active

Updated 2m ago
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Hursthill
Power supply is 100% restored to customers in Bosmont, following an outage caused by a faulty cable affecting the Maraisburg Road distributor at Industria Substation.
BosmontIndustriaMaraisburg
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (4 updates)
  1. Restored - Fri, 21 Aug, 06:27
    Power supply has been restored via the Maraisburg Road Distributor at Industria Substation, with the exception of five load centres due to an existing fault affecting customers in Bosmont.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 11:51
    Restoration efforts are approximately 70% complete for an outage caused by a cable fault impacting five load centres, affecting customers in Bosmont.
    source
  3. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 12:52
    A test branch has successfully identified the fault, and repairs are proceeding on the Maraisburg Road Distributor from Industria Substation, which is affecting customers in Bosmont. Restoration efforts are approximately 70% complete.
    source
  4. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 18:55
    Power supply is 100% restored to customers in Bosmont, following an outage caused by a faulty cable affecting the Maraisburg Road distributor at Industria Substation.
    source
⚡ Active1d ago- Hursthill
A power disruption from Maraisburg distributor at Industria Substation is impacting customers in Bosmont, with operators on site investigating.
BosmontIndustriaMaraisburg
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Report a Power Outage in East Town

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When Will Electricity Come Back in East Town?

How long a power outage in East Town takes to fix depends on what caused it. These are the typical restoration times for the three fault categories City Power handles.

Unplanned fault
Most outages in East Town fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults (tripped circuit) take 2-4 hours.
Cable theft
12-48 hours to repair, especially if specialised equipment is needed.
Planned work
City Power notifies East Town residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for East Town (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting East Town in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Alexandra Substation substation (8 of 10). The most common cause was overload.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
12 Aug 20261.1dAlexandra Substationequipment faultAlexandra, Far East Bank, East Bank
12 Aug 202610.6hAlexandra SubstationoverloadFar East Bank, Tsutsumani, East Bank, Alexandra
11 Aug 2026-Alexandra Substationcable faultEast Bank, Far East Bank, Alexandra
11 Aug 20262.2dAlexandra substationoverloadAlexandra, Far East Bank, East Bank, Tsutsumani
11 Aug 2026-Alexandra Substation-Far East Bank, Tsutsumani, East Bank, Alexandra
10 Aug 20267.7hAlexandra SubstationoverloadFar East Bank, Tsutsumani, East Bank, Alexandra
24 Jul 202616.9hRoosevelt Substationcable faultBerario, Blackheath, Emmarentia, Emmerentia South +2 more
22 Jul 2026-Alexandra SubstationfaultEast Bank, Alexandra
20 Jul 2026-Alexandra SubstationoverloadFar East Bank, Tsutsumani, East Bank, Alexandra
20 Jul 2026-Alexandra Substationcable faultAlexandra, Far East Bank, Tsutsumani, East Bank

See the full Johannesburg power outage history →

What to Do During a Power Outage in East Town

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in East Town.

  • Switch off appliances at the wall to prevent damage from power surges when electricity returns.
  • Leave one light switched on so you know when power is restored.
  • Keep fridges and freezers closed - food stays cold for 4-6 hours if unopened.
  • Use battery-powered lights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.
  • Report the outage to City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 if it has not been reported yet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in East Town

Is there a power outage in East Town right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for East Town, Johannesburg. This page updates every 10 minutes with live data from City Power. If your power is off, report it by calling 0114907484 / 0860562874.

How do I report a power outage in East Town?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in East Town. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.

How long do power outages last in East Town?

Most unplanned power outages in East Town are fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults like tripped circuits are often restored in 2-4 hours. Major faults from cable theft or equipment damage can take 12-48 hours. Planned maintenance typically lasts 6-10 hours during the day.

When will the electricity be back on in East Town?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in East Town right now. If your power is off, the issue may be local to your street or property. Call 0114907484 / 0860562874 or check this page again - it updates every 10 minutes with live electricity restoration data from City Power.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in East Town?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, East Town is experiencing an unplanned power outage - not load shedding. Load shedding follows a fixed timetable, while power outages are caused by faults, cable theft, or equipment failure. Check East Town load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in East Town?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in East Town. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.

OurPower is an independent live tracker. We are not affiliated with City Power or the City of Johannesburg. This page reads public information that City Power publishes and translates it into plain language. For official updates, contact City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 or citypower.co.za.

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