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Power Outage in Balfour Heights, Eastern Cape

Power outage in Balfour Heights - reported 5 hours ago
circuit breaker trip
Last checked: 23 Oct 2026, 16:30
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Current power outage affecting Balfour Heights

Activecircuit breaker tripReported 5 hours ago
Started: today 11:59

A power outage is affecting Missionvale, Balfour Heights, and Salt Lake due to a circuit breaker trip at Bethelsdorp Mini substation.

Areas covered
MissionvaleBalfour HeightsSalt Lake
From the City's announcement
Outage area map

Report a Power Outage in Balfour Heights

Is your power off in Balfour Heights and it is not load shedding? Report it to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality so they can dispatch a team.

0800 20 5050 (Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality contact centre)
Or @NMandelaBaymuni on X.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Balfour Heights?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Balfour Heights restore within 4-8 hours; a tripped feeder in 2-4 hours.
Cable theft / vandalism
12-48 hours where a substation or mini-sub must be repaired.
Storm damage
Depends on access and number of faults; widespread damage can take over a day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Balfour Heights

Is there a power outage in Balfour Heights right now?

Yes, a power outage is currently reported in Balfour Heights. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.

How do I report a power outage in Balfour Heights?

Call Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality on 0800 20 5050, or @NMandelaBaymuni on X. Give your account number and address.

When will the electricity be back on in Balfour Heights?

See the live status above for the latest estimate. Most unplanned outages restore within 4-8 hours; faults needing equipment replacement can take 12-48 hours.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Balfour Heights?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Balfour Heights is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.

OurPower is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. This page reads public Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality on 0800 20 5050.
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