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Power Outage in Kew, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in Kew by City Power
There are 14 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.
Last checked: 5m ago
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Power Outages Affecting Kew1 planned

Updated 5m ago
Upcoming Planned Power Outages
📅 Planned1d ago- Alexandra
Emergency maintenance power interruption at Gresswold Substation is scheduled for Monday, 25 May 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00.
Kew SouthKew CentralAtholSunningdaleBramley GardensBramleyBramley ViewWynberg Ext: 1Wynberg Ext: 2GlenhazelLombardy EastLinksfield North Ext: 7Linksfield North Ext: 8Linksfield North Ext: 9Linksfield North Ext: 10Linksfield North Ext: 11SilvamonteCrystal GardensWynberg NorthWynberg EastWynberg WestPretoria MainRembrandt Park
Outage details
Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Mon, 25 May, 17:00source
Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 53h 49m- Alexandra
Power is fully restored to customers along Johannesburg Road and 1st to 4th Road in Kew. The outage was caused by a cable fault.
Bramley ViewLombardy WestCorlett GardensGresswoldKew
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (9 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 09:29
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens.
    source
  2. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 21:18
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor : Operators are on site investigating the cause of the outage affecting customers in Bramley View, Corlett Gardens, Lombardy West and surrounding areas.
    source
  3. Update - Wed, 20 May, 22:57
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor : Power supply has been restored up to 87%.
    source
  4. Update - Thu, 21 May, 08:25
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: The test branch team is on-site locating the faults affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens.
    source
  5. Update - Thu, 21 May, 10:05
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: The fault has been successfully located and a contractor will be appointed for the necessary repairs.
    source
  6. Update - Thu, 21 May, 12:24
    Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor: A contractor has been appointed, and work is in progress on-site.
    source
  7. Update - Fri, 22 May, 09:22
    Power supply remains 87% restored due to delays in attending to a fault affecting customers in Bramley View, Lombardy West, and Corlett Gardens, with five load centres off until work is complete.
    source
  8. Update - Fri, 22 May, 11:40
    Outage update for Gresswold Substation, Kew Central Distributor.
    source
  9. Restored - Fri, 22 May, 15:18
    Power is fully restored to customers along Johannesburg Road and 1st to 4th Road in Kew. The outage was caused by a cable fault.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 25h 37m- Alexandra
Gresswold Substation, Pretoria Main Road Distributor: Power supply is fully restored to customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
WynbergKewGresswold
Timeline (3 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 20 May, 06:01
    Operators are en route to investigate the loss of supply affecting customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    source
  2. Update - Wed, 20 May, 09:27
    Operators are on-site investigating the loss of supply affecting customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    source
  3. Restored - Thu, 21 May, 07:38
    Gresswold Substation, Pretoria Main Road Distributor: Power supply is fully restored to customers in Wynberg, Kew, and Bramley.
    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 Kew directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today4 active

Updated 5m ago
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra
Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
Far East BankTsutsumaniEast BankAlexandra
Cause: Further faultsource
Timeline (6 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 22 May, 06:06
    Operators will be dispatched to investigate the loss of supply affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 22 May, 09:52
    Due to technical challenges, operators have experienced delays in attending to the outage affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani.
    source
  3. Update - Fri, 22 May, 23:20
    90% of power has been restored to customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani. The remaining percentage is without power due to an existing fault, and the team will attend to it in the morning.
    source
  4. Update - Sat, 23 May, 08:16
    The restoration efforts are still at 90% following a power interruption attributed to a cable fault, affecting customers in Far East Bank, Tsutsumani. The test branch team is enroute to site to locate the fault.
    source
  5. Update - Sat, 23 May, 09:11
    A test branch successfully located a fault at Alexandra Substation's Napier Road Distributor, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani, and a service provider has been requested for repairs.
    source
  6. Update - Sat, 23 May, 18:58
    Repairs were completed on the Napier Road Distributor at Alexandra Substation, but tests failed due to a further fault; a test branch will be requested tomorrow to assist in locating it, affecting customers in Far East Bank and Tsutsumani.
    source
⚡ Active6h ago- Alexandra
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Vasco, and a team has been informed to investigate the cause.
Alexandra
⚡ Active15h ago- Alexandra
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Fairways, Illovo, Melrose, and Athol, and operators have been dispatched to investigate the cause.
FairwaysIllovoMelrose
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra
Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.
Vasco Da Gama
Cause: Overloadsource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 22 May, 16:16
    We are aware of an unplanned power interruption affecting customers in Vasco. The team has been informed to investigate the cause of the outage. Further details will be communicated as soon as new information becomes available. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 22 May, 19:11
    Power supply is partially restored, affecting customers in Vasco, 3rd Avenue to 9th Avenue Joe Nhlanhla Street, due to an overload.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Report a Power Outage in Kew

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Planned Maintenance in Kew

Johannesburg Power Outages Today1 planned

Updated 5m ago
Upcoming Planned Power Outages
📅 Planned1d ago- Alexandra
Emergency maintenance power interruption at Gresswold Substation is scheduled for Monday, 25 May 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00.
Kew SouthKew CentralAtholSunningdaleBramley GardensBramleyBramley ViewWynberg Ext: 1Wynberg Ext: 2GlenhazelLombardy EastLinksfield North Ext: 7Linksfield North Ext: 8Linksfield North Ext: 9Linksfield North Ext: 10Linksfield North Ext: 11SilvamonteCrystal GardensWynberg NorthWynberg EastWynberg WestPretoria MainRembrandt Park
Outage details
Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Mon, 25 May, 17:00source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes
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When Will Electricity Come Back in Kew?

How long a power outage in Kew 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 Kew 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 Kew residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for Kew (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 3 outages affecting Kew in the last 90 days, totalling 249.8 hours without power. Average restoration time was 83.3 hours. Most faults traced back to the Gresswold Substation substation (3 of 3). The most common cause was failed transformer.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
02 May 20261.7dGresswold Substationfailed transformerRembrandt Park, Lyndhurst, Gresswold
27 Apr 20264.6dGresswold Substationfaulty transformerWynberg, Gresswold, Lyndhurst, Rembrandt Park +1 more
15 Apr 20264.2dGresswold Substationfaulty Mini-SubstationLinden

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Kew

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

  • 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 Kew

Is there a power outage in Kew right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Kew, 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 Kew?

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

How long do power outages last in Kew?

Most unplanned power outages in Kew 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 Kew?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Kew 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 Kew?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Kew 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 Kew load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Kew?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Kew. 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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