Urgent Update: Eskom continues to implement load reduction measures across Gauteng from 10 to 16 June 2025. Residents and businesses must prepare for scheduled power interruptions to help stabilise the electricity grid amid ongoing supply challenges .
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What Is Load Reduction?
Load reduction is a controlled power interruption Eskom applies to prevent overloading the grid. Unlike load-shedding, which involves rotating outages, load reduction targets specific areas to protect transformers and electrical infrastructure from damage caused by illegal connections and high demand .
Load Reduction Schedule and Affected Areas
Eskom’s load reduction in Gauteng operates from Monday to Sunday, targeting high-density areas where illegal connections and energy overloads have become routine . In Gauteng, it occurs daily in two main blocks: early morning from 05:00 to 09:00 and evening from 17:00 to 22:00. The affected areas rotate according to a detailed schedule released by Eskom.
Load reduction schedule: Tuesday, 10 June – Monday, 16 June
Here’s a detailed schedule outlining the key areas facing load reduction in Gauteng for the week of 10–16 June 2025, with the corresponding dates for scheduled outages.
| Area | Scheduled Load Reduction Dates | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Vosloorus Ext 2,3,5,7,9,11,13,14,16,22,25,26,31 | 10, 13, 16 June 2025 | Evening outages, 17:00–21:00 |
| Tsakane Ext 5 & Tsakane Ext 1,8,11,12,15,18 | 11, 14 June 2025 | Morning and evening sessions |
| Dobsonville & Dobsonville Ext 5,7 | 12, 15 June 2025 | Evening outages, 18:00–22:00 |
| Mabopane, Mabopane Ext 2 | 10, 14 June 2025 | Morning outages, 05:00–09:00 |
| Winterveldt Ward 2,13 | 11, 16 June 2025 | Evening outages |
| Orange Farm Ext 7-East and Orange Farm Ext 1,2,3,4,8 | 12, 15 June 2025 | Evening outages, 17:00–21:00 |
| Spruit View Ext 1 A, Mabuya Park A and B | 13, 16 June 2025 | Morning and evening sessions |
| Sebokeng Units 1,3,7,12,13,14,16,17,19 | 10, 13, 15 June 2025 | Evening outages |
| Daveyton Ext 2,3,4 | 11, 14 June 2025 | Morning outages |
Important Notes
- Load reduction differs from load shedding; it is targeted to protect infrastructure rather than manage national supply shortages .
- City Power has suspended its load reduction temporarily but may reinstate it if demand surges or illegal connections increase.
- Eskom urges residents to conserve electricity and report illegal connections to help reduce grid strain.
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How to Prepare for Load Reduction
- Charge mobile devices and power banks in advance.
- Use battery-powered lighting during outages.
- Unplug sensitive electronics to prevent damage from power surges.
- Plan cooking and heating around scheduled outages.
- Stay informed by regularly checking Eskom’s website and local municipality updates.
Eskom’s Ongoing Challenges
Eskom faces pressure from increased winter demand, aging infrastructure, and illegal electricity connections. While load-shedding remains suspended as of early June 2025, load reduction continues as a necessary measure to maintain grid stability.
Stay Updated
Check Eskom’s load reduction updates. Follow local municipal websites for area-specific notices.
