Gauteng residents will continue to experience scheduled power interruptions this week as Eskom rolls out load reduction across multiple areas from 7 to 13 April 2026. The programme affects both morning and evening peak periods, with outages lasting between four and five hours in some communities.
While load shedding remains suspended nationally, the ongoing load reduction schedule targets specific high-pressure networks. This means thousands of households across Gauteng will still face daily disruptions, particularly during early morning routines and evening peak hours.
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Load Reduction Continues Despite Suspension of Load Shedding
Eskom has confirmed that load shedding remains suspended after South Africa reached more than 300 consecutive days without it. However, load reduction continues as a separate intervention.
According to the utility, load reduction is implemented in areas where infrastructure is under sustained pressure due to illegal connections, overloading and ageing systems.
Unlike load shedding, which is applied nationally, load reduction is localised and rotates across specific communities.
Gauteng Load Reduction Timetable for 7–13 April 2026
Eskom’s schedule confirms two daily outage windows:
• Morning: 05:00 to 09:00
• Evening: 17:00 to 22:00
Below is the full weekly timetable based on the latest schedule:
Sunday, 05 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block I | Vosloorus, Katlehong South, Spruit View, Ramakonopi |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block H | Vereeniging, Sebokeng, Evaton, Daveyton, Etwatwa |
Monday, 06 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block J | Orange Farm, Sharpeville, Tshepiso, Evaton Central |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block G | Tsakane, Zithobeni, Winterveldt, Mabopane |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block F | Orlando East, Diepkloof, Soweto |
Tuesday, 07 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block A | Ivory Park, Rabie Ridge, Protea Glen |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block B | Meadowlands, Cosmo City, Diepsloot |
Wednesday, 08 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block C | Mabopane, Dobsonville, Naledi, Tsakane |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block D | Moroka, Kagiso, Khutsong, Chiawelo |
Thursday, 09 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block F | Diepkloof, Orlando East, Soweto |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block I | Vosloorus, Katlehong, Spruit View |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm, Sharpeville, Evaton |
Friday, 10 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block G | Tsakane, Mabopane, Winterveldt |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block H | Vereeniging, Sebokeng, Daveyton |
Saturday, 11 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block J | Orange Farm, Sharpeville, Evaton |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block I | Vosloorus, Katlehong, Spruit View |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block E | Mapetla, Protea South, Naledi |
Sunday, 12 April 2026
| Time | Block | Key Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block D | Moroka, Kagiso, Tsakane |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block C | Mabopane, Dobsonville, Naledi |
Areas Across Gauteng Facing Repeated Interruptions
Across the week, multiple communities appear repeatedly in the rotation schedule.
These include:
• Orange Farm and surrounding extensions
• Vosloorus and Katlehong areas
• Soweto communities such as Diepkloof, Orlando East and Naledi
• Tshwane regions including Mabopane, Winterveldt and Soshanguve linked areas
• Sedibeng areas such as Vereeniging, Evaton and Sebokeng
According to Eskom, outages may last up to five hours depending on the area and demand.
Why Load Reduction Is Being Implemented
Eskom said the programme is necessary to protect infrastructure and prevent network failure.
Key reasons include:
• Overloaded local electricity networks
• Illegal connections increasing demand
• Ageing infrastructure in high density areas
The utility noted that without load reduction, prolonged outages could occur due to equipment damage.
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
Load reduction is increasingly shaping how power interruptions are experienced in Gauteng.
For residents, this means:
• Power cuts may continue even without national load shedding
• Morning routines and evening activities will be disrupted
• High density areas remain most affected
• Electricity reliability varies by location rather than nationally
The timing of outages during peak hours is likely to have the greatest impact on households and working residents.
FAQ: Gauteng Load Reduction April 2026
Is load shedding currently active?
No. Load shedding remains suspended, but load reduction continues in specific areas.
What is the difference between load shedding and load reduction?
Load shedding is national, while load reduction targets specific overloaded areas.
How long are outages expected to last?
Between four and five hours depending on the location.
What times are affected daily?
05:00 to 09:00 and 17:00 to 22:00.
Will the schedule change?
Eskom may adjust schedules depending on demand and network conditions.
What Happens Next
Eskom is expected to continue load reduction on a rotational basis as infrastructure constraints persist across Gauteng.
Further updates, including changes to affected areas or outage durations, are likely to be issued as the week progresses. Residents are encouraged to monitor official schedules as the province continues to manage localised network pressure.
