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Power Outage in Orange Grove, Eastern Cape

No power outage reported in Orange Grove
Last checked: 10 Oct 2026, 14:45
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Power off in Orange Grove? Tell neighbours so others know.

Past outages in Orange Grove

Outages previously reported for Orange Grove in official notices, newest first.

  • 20 Aug 2026 - breaker tripped - no restoration notice was posted

Report a Power Outage in Orange Grove

Is your power off in Orange Grove 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 Orange Grove?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Orange Grove 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 Orange Grove

Is there a power outage in Orange Grove right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Orange Grove. 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 Orange Grove?

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 Orange Grove?

There is no active outage in Orange Grove 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 Orange Grove?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Orange Grove 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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