Johannesburg Water Outages Today
Live tracker for Johannesburg water outages, planned maintenance, and reservoir status. Updated frequently.
As of 12:30 SAST on Sunday, 18 October 2026, Johannesburg Water is reporting 5 active water outages, 2 due to burst pipes, 1 water contamination notice - areas affected include Chislehurston, Hyde Park, Illovo, Kaalfontein, President Park. 2 planned maintenance isolations are scheduled. On the reservoir network, 4 reservoirs are running low and 20 are on bypass - this can mean low pressure for the suburbs they feed, rather than a full outage. 4 outages have been restored recently.
Water outages by area
Reservoir & water-tower status
Status for every reservoir and tower Johannesburg Water reports on, built up from their regional updates. 24 of 100 are under strain right now - water is usually still flowing, just at lower pressure for around 121 suburbs - and the rest are supplying normally.
Current Water Outages in Johannesburg
Johannesburg Power Outages Today5 active
Updated 1m ago- Update - Fri, 16 Oct, 14:33Unplanned power outage at Illovo Tower affecting water supply to Chislehurston, Hyde Park, Illovo, Inanda, and Sandhurst; customers may experience low pressure to no water with no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Sat, 17 Oct, 12:01Unplanned power outage affecting Illovo Tower is causing low water pressure to no water supply in Chislehurston, Hyde Park, Illovo, Inanda, and Sandhurst. No estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Sun, 18 Oct, 11:06Power supply to Illovo Pump Station and Tower has been restored, but pumping remains suspended due to low reservoir levels, causing low to no water supply in Chislehurston, Hyde Park, Illovo, Inanda, and Sandhurst.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 18:18Precautionary water quality alert due to possible contamination in Malvern, Jeppestown and Cleveland; water lines have been isolated in Berlin Street, Station Street, David Street, 8th Street, and 12th Street in Malvern; do not use water until further notice.source
- Update - Wed, 14 Oct, 14:01Precautionary water quality alert due to possible contamination from a burst sewer line, affecting Malvern, Jeppestown, and Cleveland, with water supply isolated in parts of Malvern; customers are advised not to use the water until further notice.source
- Update - Thu, 15 Oct, 21:30Precautionary water quality alert due to possible water contamination in Malvern, Jeppestown, and Cleveland; customers are urged not to use the water until further notice. Water tankers have been deployed.source
- Update - Sat, 17 Oct, 15:51Precautionary water quality alert due to possible water contamination in Malvern, Jeppestown, and Cleveland; customers are urged not to use the water until further notice.source
Upcoming Planned Water Maintenance
Johannesburg Power Outages Today2 planned
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Reservoirs under strain - detail
Reservoirs running low
The reservoir is low. Water is still being supplied, but expect weak pressure - and possibly no water on higher ground or in the evenings. · 4 reservoirs, ~23 suburbs
Reservoirs on bypass
Supply is being routed around this reservoir while it recovers or is worked on. Pressure may dip at peak times. · 20 reservoirs, ~104 suburbs
Recently Restored Water Supply
Updated 1m ago- Update - Wed, 14 Oct, 18:11Johannesburg Water is attending to a leak on a 250 mm pipeline on Shinkova Street in Meadowlands. Affected areas including Meadowlands, Orlando West, Mofolo, Dube, and Mzimhlophe may experience low water pressure to no water supply; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Fri, 16 Oct, 09:27Water supply is gradually being restored to Meadowlands, Orlando West, Mofolo, Dube, and Mzimhlophe after pipeline repairs on Shinkova Street were completed at 05:00; full recovery may take until tomorrow morning.source
- Update - Fri, 16 Oct, 13:43Repairs to the 250 mm pipeline on Shinkova Street in Meadowlands Zone 10 were completed at 05:00 on 16 October 2026; water supply is gradually being restored to Meadowlands, Orlando West, Mofolo, Dube, and Mzimhlophe, with full recovery expected by 17 October 2026 morning.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 18:21An unplanned water interruption due to a major burst pipe near Ormonde Drive and Daylesford Road in Mondeor is scheduled for repairs, affecting several areas with low to no water supply from 08:00 to 17:00 on 12 October 2026.source
- Update - Mon, 12 Oct, 15:20Repairs have been completed to a burst pipe at Ormonde Drive and Daylesford Road in Mondeor, with water supply now being opened and gradually building up for Mondeor, Southfork, Upper Kibler Park, Alan Manor, Eagles Nest, Ridgeway, and Winchester Hills.source
- Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 20:57Unplanned water interruption due to a burst water pipe on Capricorn Road in Paulshof, affecting Lonehill and Paulshof with low to no water supply. Repairs are delayed due to an electrical issue; no estimated time of restoration.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 07:36Repairs on Capricorn Road in Paulshof are pending while the team awaits Eskom to isolate the electricity supply and remove the electrical box from the trench.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 10:57Unplanned water interruption due to a burst pipe on Capricorn Road in Paulshof; repair work is in progress, with materials being sourced and ETR to be confirmed.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 14:49Repairs to the burst water pipe on Capricorn Road in Paulshof are complete, and water supply restoration is underway.source
- Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 17:08Planned reservoir outlet closure on 11 October 2026 from 08:00 to 18:00 to repair a major burst water pipe at Rifle Range Road and Limerick Road, affecting Crown Gardens and surrounding areas; water supply may be interrupted.source
- Update - Sun, 11 Oct, 14:08Repairs to the burst water pipe at Crown Gardens have been completed and supply is being restored.source
Report a Water Outage or Burst Pipe
Call Johannesburg Water on 0860 562 874 to report a burst pipe, water outage, or blockage. Available 24/7.
You can also report online at johannesburgwater.co.za.
About Johannesburg Water Outages
Johannesburg Water is responsible for water and sanitation services across Johannesburg. Common causes of water outages include burst pipes (especially on aging infrastructure), planned maintenance isolations, demand management closures when reservoir levels are low, and upstream Rand Water supply issues.
This tracker shows current outages, planned maintenance, and the operational status of reservoirs and water towers across the city. When a reservoir or tower is on bypass or in fair supply, residents in the suburbs it serves may experience reduced pressure even if no specific outage has been declared in their area.
OurPower is an independent live tracker - not affiliated with, owned by, or endorsed by Johannesburg Water. For official updates contact Johannesburg Water directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a water outage in Johannesburg today?
Yes, there are currently 5 active water outages in Johannesburg. See the live updates above for affected areas and estimated restoration times.
When will the water be back on in my area today?
Find your suburb in the live list above - each active outage shows the restoration time Johannesburg Water has given for it. As a guide, burst pipe repairs usually run 4-24 hours, planned isolations end at their stated time, and Rand Water supply problems can take 1-3 days. If your suburb is not listed but you have no water, the reservoir feeding it may be running low rather than a pipe being broken - check the reservoir status section.
How do I report a water outage or burst pipe in Johannesburg?
Call Johannesburg Water on 0860 562 874 to report a burst pipe or water outage. You can also report online at johannesburgwater.co.za.
Why is my water pressure low if there is no outage in my area?
Even when there is no specific outage in your suburb, the reservoir or tower that supplies your area can be running low or on bypass, which causes reduced pressure rather than a full outage. Check the reservoir status section above to see if a reservoir serving your suburb is currently under strain.
How long does a Johannesburg water outage last?
Burst pipe repairs typically take 4-24 hours. Planned isolations are usually completed within the stated time window. Rand Water supply issues can take longer - sometimes 1-3 days. Check the estimated restoration time shown for each outage above.
What is demand management?
When Johannesburg experiences low water pressure or reservoir depletion, Johannesburg Water temporarily closes bulk meters in certain areas to allow reservoirs to recover. These closures typically happen in the evening and are lifted in the morning.
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