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Power Outage in Double Delight, Eastern Cape

Power outage in Double Delight - reported 3 hours ago
technical fault
Last checked: 14 Sept 2026, 08:30
Resident reports · community signal
Power off in Double Delight? Tell neighbours so others know.

Current power outage affecting Double Delight

Activetechnical faultReported 3 hours ago
Started: today 05:21

Residents in parts of Gonubie, including Double Delight, Cress and Gulsway, are currently experiencing low voltage. Residents of Amalinda are also advised of a technical fault in the area, which has led to a power outage.

Areas covered
GonubieAmalindaDouble DelightCressGulsway
From the City's announcement
Outage area map

Report a Power Outage in Double Delight

Is your power off in Double Delight and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.

08600 37566 (Eskom contact centre)
Or via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Double Delight?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Double Delight 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 Double Delight

Is there a power outage in Double Delight right now?

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

How do I report a power outage in Double Delight?

Call Eskom on 08600 37566, via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app. Give your account number and address.

When will the electricity be back on in Double Delight?

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 Double Delight?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Double Delight 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 Eskom. This page reads public Eskom outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Eskom on 08600 37566.
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