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Power Outage in Bhisho, Eastern Cape

Buffalo City Metro

No power outage reported in Bhisho

Checked Buffalo City Metro at 03:53 SAST

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Power off in Bhisho? Tell neighbours so others know.

Past outages in Bhisho

Outages previously reported for Bhisho in official notices, newest first.

  • 07 Oct 2026 - electricity fault - no restoration notice was posted
  • 16 Sept 2026 - no restoration notice was posted

Report a Power Outage in Bhisho

Is your power off in Bhisho and it is not load shedding? Report it to Buffalo City Metro so they can dispatch a team.

043 722 0660 (Buffalo City Metro contact centre)
Or the after-hours line on 086 111 3017.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Bhisho?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Bhisho 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 Bhisho

Is there a power outage in Bhisho right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Bhisho. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 043 722 0660.

How do I report a power outage in Bhisho?

Call Buffalo City Metro on 043 722 0660, or the after-hours line on 086 111 3017. Give your account number and address.

When will the electricity be back on in Bhisho?

There is no active outage in Bhisho right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 043 722 0660 to log it.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Bhisho?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Bhisho 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 Buffalo City Metro. This page reads public Buffalo City Metro outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Buffalo City Metro on 043 722 0660.
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