City Power is working to restore electricity to thousands of Johannesburg residents after more than 2 400 outage calls were recorded during one of Gauteng’s coldest weather events in recent years. The utility said freezing temperatures, wet weather and increased electricity demand have placed severe pressure on the network, resulting in widespread outages across the city. Residents and businesses have been urged to reduce electricity usage during peak periods while technical teams continue restoration efforts under difficult weather conditions.
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Residents in Palmridge, Sky City, and surrounding parts of Ekurhuleni are expected to experience a planned power outage on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, from 07h30 to 18h00 as the City of Ekurhuleni carries out emergency work linked to winter electricity demand management.
Eskom forecasts no load shedding for Summer 2025, thanks to improved power plant performance and increased electricity generation capacity.
Eskom confirms 5-6 hour power cuts across Gauteng this week. Find out affected areas, times, and how to prepare for the outages with our informative guide.
Stay informed about City Power Johannesburg’s planned 8-hour electricity outages from 9 to 15 September 2025. Learn affected areas, schedules, and useful preparation tips.
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