Load Reduction Schedule: These Areas Will Be Affected This Week
Table of contents
- What Is Load Reduction and Why Is It Implemented?
- When Will Load Reduction Take Place This Week?
- Morning Load Reduction Areas and Times
- Load reduction schedule: For This Week
- Tuesday, 5 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- Wednesday, 6 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- Thursday, 7 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- Friday, 8 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- Saturday, 9 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- Sunday, 10 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
- How Load Reduction Protects the Electricity Grid
- Preparing for Load Reduction Outages
- The Impact of Load Reduction on Daily Life
- Where to Find Updated Load Reduction Information
- What to Expect in the Coming Weeks
- How Communities Can Support Stable Power Supply
South Africans across key regions prepare for scheduled power interruptions as Eskom implements load reduction measures this week. These controlled outages target peak demand periods to protect the electricity network from overloads and malfunctions. By managing available power during high-usage hours, Eskom aims to prevent long-term blackouts and maintain grid stability. Households, businesses, and communities need to understand when and where these outages will occur to adapt effectively and avoid unnecessary disruptions.
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What Is Load Reduction and Why Is It Implemented?
Load reduction involves temporarily cutting power to specific areas to minimize strain on the electrical infrastructure. Eskom employs this strategy when transformers and mini-substations risk damage due to excessive demand or illegal connections. This preventive action preserves critical equipment and ensures more reliable service overall.
When Will Load Reduction Take Place This Week?
The schedule covers the week of Tuesday, 5 August to Sunday, 10 August 2025. Outages occur twice daily during peak hours: early mornings from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM and evenings from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Power restores outside these slots, allowing residents time to plan activities accordingly.
“The continued pressure on our transformers/mini-substations due to illegal connections and electricity theft in some areas necessitates load reduction to avoid equipment damage,” said Eskom.
Morning Load Reduction Areas and Times
Areas experiencing morning load reduction (5am-9am) include Rabie Ridge, Protea Glen and its extensions, Ivory Park, Kaalfontein and Duduza .
Other affected areas include Katlehong Heights, Sebokeng extensions, and various settlements across Gauteng.
Evening load reduction (5pm-10pm) impacts regions including Vereeniging, Sharpville, Sebokend and its extensions, Westside Park, and Daveyton.
The affected areas in Gauteng include:
- Vosloorus
- Orange Farm
- Spruitview
- Protea Glen
- Winterveldt
- Mabopane
- Vryburg
- Odinburg Gardens
- Elandsfontein
Load reduction schedule: For This Week
Here is the Gauteng load reduction schedule from Tuesday, 5 August to Sunday, 10 August 2025, separated by day:
Tuesday, 5 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block A | Ivory Park Ext 8 & Ext 10, Kaalfontein Ext 1,2 and 5, Rabie Ridge, Duduza, Protea Glen Ext 11,12,4,7,8,12,14, 2EAST, 3EAST, 1WEST, 1EAST, Protea Glen Outlying & Protea South Outlying, Westonaria NU-A, Protea City, Meadowlands Zone 1,2,7 WEST, Rietvallei Outlying, Kagiso Ext 12 and 14 |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block H | Vereeniging, Sharpeville, Sebokeng Units 3,7,12,13,14,16,17,19, Sebokeng EAST, Westside Park WEST, Beverley Hills EAST, Boitumelo, Evaton, Evaton Small Farms, Sebokeng Proper, Stretford, Westside Park EAST, Daveyton Ext 2,3,4, Swazi Section, Tsonga Section, Xhosa Section, Breswol AH, Emaphopheni Ext 36, Etwatwa Ext 3,4,7,8,10,15,21,30,31,32,33,36, Etwatwa Ext 2A,9A, Etwatwa SP, Endicott, Wattville |
Wednesday, 6 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block J | Orange Farm Ext 7-East, Orange Farm & Orange Farm Ext 1,2,3,4,8, Stretford Ext 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10, Sharpeville & Sharpeville Outlying, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Eikenhof, Lakeside Ext 5, Evaton & Evaton Central, Evaton Small Farms Blockl and Supply, Evaton West, Sebokeng Unit 1,7,8,12, Sebokeng Unit 1 EAST and 11 East, Zonkizizwe, Katlehong South & Moleleki, Magagula Heights |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof & Diepkloof Zones 1,2, and 6, Orlando East, Soweto Nomzamo, Spruit View & Spruit View B, Spruit View Ext 1 B, Thabiso |
Thursday, 7 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block C | Dobsonville & Dobsonville Ext 5,7, Naledi, Mabopane C,E,U,W,V,X, Mabopane M Ext 2, Winterveldt Ward 2,13, Jabulani, Moletsane, Tladi, Moletsane, Naledi, Emdeni & Emdeni Ext 2, Zola, Langaville, Tsakane & Tsakane Ext 15,18 |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block D | Rethabiseng, Kudube, Moroka, Dhlamini, Klipspruit, Dhlamini, Chiawelo, Kagiso, Khutsong, Tsakane & Tsakane Ext 1,8,11 and Ext 12, Langaville Ext 3 |
Friday, 8 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block G | Tsakane Ext 5 & Tsakane Ext 11, Klippan, Mabopane U, B and Mabopane U Ext 1, Mabopane Part 19 SP, Odinburg Gardens, Tsebe, Winterveldt Ext 3, Ward 11, Ward 9, Garankuwa, Monese, Mokoena, Moseleke & Moseleke East, Palime, Tsolo, Phooko, Ramakonopi East, Mopedi, Motsamai, Hlahatsi, Phake, Ga-Rankuwa & Ga-Rankuwa Units 2 and 6, Vryburg, Diepsloot, Mathibestad |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block B | Dube & Dube Ext 1, Mofolo EAST, WEST, SOUTH, Meadowlands Zones 6,7,8,7, Meadowlands West Zones 9,10, Meadowlands East Zones 3,4, Luipaardsvlei, Riverside, Hillsview EAST, Jabavu Ext 1,2,3 WEST, Rietvallei Ext 2 and 3, Slovoville ext1 and South Roodepoort Main Reef Areas Gold Mine, Chiawelo, Cosmo City Ext 2,3,4,6,7,8,9,10, Sonnedal AH and Zandspruit Outlying, Twala, Ngema, Makalu, Moshoeshoe |
Saturday, 9 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block H | Vereeniging, Sharpeville, Sebokeng Units 3,7,12,13,14,16,17,19, Sebokeng EAST, Westside Park WEST, Beverley Hills EAST, Boitumelo, Evaton, Evaton Small Farms, Sebokeng Proper, Stretford, Westside Park EAST, Daveyton Ext 2,3,4, Swazi Section, Tsonga Section, Xhosa Section, Breswol AH, Emaphopheni Ext 36, Etwatwa Ext 3,4,7,8,10,15,21,30,31,32,33,36, Etwatwa Ext 2A,9A, Etwatwa SP, Endicott, Wattville |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block I | Monise, Mokoena, Mavimbela, Zuma, Ramakonopi East, Likole, Radebe & Sali, Zuma, Monosi, Moseleke, Mngadi, Ndhlazi, Radebe & Sali, Cala, Moseleke, Hlongwane, Mfundo Park Ext 30 B, Vosloorus A & Vosloorus B, Vosloorus Exts 4,9,10,16, 23,31,32 (B), Vosloorus Exts 2,3,5,7,9,11,13,14,16,22,25,26,31, Vosloorus Exts 6,10,16,23,31 (A), Spruit View Ext 1 A, Mabuya Park A and B, Nguni section A, Ap Khumalo, Moleleki, Kwenele, Moleleki |
Sunday, 10 August 2025 Load Reduction Schedule
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00 – 09:00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof & Diepkloof Zones 1,2, and 6, Orlando East, Soweto Nomzamo, Spruit View & Spruit View B, Spruit View Ext 1 B, Thabiso |
| 17:00 – 22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm Ext 7-East, Orange Farm & Orange Farm Exts 1,2,3,4,8, Stretford Ext 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10, Sharpeville & Sharpeville Outlying, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Eikenhof, Lakeside Ext 5, Evaton & Evaton Central, Evaton Evaton Small Farms Block and Supply, Evaton West, Sebokeng Unit 1,7,8,12, Sebokeng Unit 1 EAST and 11 East, Zonkizizwe, Katlehong South & Moleleki, Magagula Heights |
How Load Reduction Protects the Electricity Grid
Load reduction measures will continue to play a vital role in managing South Africa’s constrained power supply in the foreseeable future. Eskom consistently urges consumers to stay informed about scheduled outages to reduce frustration and ensure safety. Cooperation from residents and businesses helps minimize the overall impact of load reduction on daily life and economic activities. Planning ahead by adjusting routines and investing in backup power solutions can significantly ease the inconvenience caused by outages. Ultimately, collective efforts and awareness contribute to preserving the stability and reliability of the national electricity grid for all users.
Preparing for Load Reduction Outages
Residents and businesses should plan to minimize the inconvenience caused by outages. Charging mobile devices, running essential appliances, and completing work should happen outside scheduled outage times. Backup power solutions can further ease the impact. It is also advisable to stock up on necessary supplies such as batteries, flashlights, and non-perishable food items to prepare for unexpected blackouts. Staying connected to official Eskom updates via social media or newsletters can provide timely information on any changes to the schedule. Additionally, businesses should communicate with their customers and employees about potential disruptions to adjust expectations and operations accordingly. Taking proactive steps will help communities cope better during load reduction periods and maintain essential activities.
The Impact of Load Reduction on Daily Life
While temporary and scheduled, power cuts affect daily routines, work productivity, and business operations. However, by communicating schedules, Eskom helps communities adjust activities and reduce unexpected disruptions.
Where to Find Updated Load Reduction Information
Consumers should download or consult the official Gauteng load reduction schedule for detailed timing by area. This schedule provides clear guidance on which neighborhoods will be affected and when, helping residents plan accordingly. Additionally, Eskom’s website and social media channels offer real-time updates and alerts, ensuring you receive the latest information about any changes or emergency outages. Staying connected to these platforms allows consumers to remain prepared and adapt quickly to unexpected developments. Regularly checking the schedule also helps businesses and households minimize the disruption caused by load reduction.
What to Expect in the Coming Weeks
Load reduction remains vital as Eskom stabilizes power supply amid ongoing challenges. Authorities are intensifying efforts to reduce illegal connections and expand infrastructure to eventually ease the need for load reduction measures. Investing in renewable energy sources also forms a crucial part of long-term solutions. In the meantime, consumers’ cooperation is essential to maintaining grid stability during this transition period.
How Communities Can Support Stable Power Supply
Awareness, reporting illegal connections, and using electricity responsibly help protect critical infrastructure. By working together, communities play a key role in reducing outages and boosting grid reliability. Educating residents about the consequences of electricity theft can foster greater community vigilance. Moreover, supporting energy-saving initiatives contributes to a more stable and sustainable power supply for everyone.