Power Outage in New Brighton, Eastern Cape
Recent power outages affecting New Brighton
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is providing an update regarding the power outage affecting parts of New Brighton.
Report a Power Outage in New Brighton
Is your power off in New Brighton and it is not load shedding? Report it to Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in New Brighton?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in New Brighton 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 New Brighton
Is there a power outage in New Brighton right now?
No power outage is currently reported for New Brighton. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 0800 20 5050.
How do I report a power outage in New Brighton?
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 New Brighton?
There is no active outage in New Brighton right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 0800 20 5050 to log it.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in New Brighton?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, New Brighton is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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