City Power Johannesburg has announced an 8-hour power outage in certain parts of Johannesburg. The power outage will occur on Monday, 28 April 2025 and on Tuesday, 29 April 2025 respectively.
SUBURBS AFFECTED
Here’s a list of the suburbs affected by the power interruption on Monday, 28 April 2025, from 9:00 to 17:00:
- Rand Park ext. 4
- Windsor Glen
- Robin Hills
- Rand Park ext. 2
- Robindale ext. 1
On Tuesday, 29 April 2025, these are the suburbs that will be affected by the power outage from 8:00 to 16:00:
- Bond
- Exchange
- Grand Central
- Diagonal
- Part of old Pretoria Rd
- Market
WALTLOO SUBSTATION FIRE CAUSES POWER OUTAGES IN PARTS OF TSHWANE
A fire outburst at Waltloo substation has resulted in a power outage in multiple areas in Tshwane.
The city confirmed through a statement that approximately five substations experienced a power interruption due to the fire.
“The Waltloo Transformer 1B caught fire just after midnight. This incident led to power trips to the supply areas of the Rooiwal, Pyramid, Phumulani, Waltloo, and Koedoespoort substations supply areas.”
The areas affected in Waltloo Substation are Ford Motor Company SA (Main Plant), Brandwag Substation, All Silverton Extensions, Waltloo Industrial and N4 Gateway.
The cause of the fire is unknown yet, as investigations are still taking place. While restoration efforts are underway, the estimated time of power restoration is undetermined and might take two or more days to finish.
“The city apologises for the inconvenience caused by this unforeseen occurrence,” the statement read.
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