Power Outage in Providentia, Eastern Cape
No power outage reported in Providentia
Checked NMB Metro Electricity at 14:43 SAST
Past outages in Providentia
Outages previously reported for Providentia in official notices, newest first.
- 06 Aug 2026 - Power Outage Notice – Arlington Substation
- 03 Jul 2026 - Power Outage Notice-Chatty Substation
- 11 Mar 2026 - Power Outage – Chelsea / Arlington Line
Outages posted for the wider area
Providentia was not named in these notices, so they may or may not have affected it.
- 20 Oct 2026 - Posted for ArlingtonNo end time was reported
- 19 Oct 2026 - Posted for ArlingtonNo end time was reported
- 11 Sept 2026 - Posted for ArlingtonNo end time was reported
- 06 Sept 2026 - Posted for LorraineNo end time was reported
- 03 Sept 2026 - Posted for ArlingtonNo end time was reported
- 24 Jul 2026 - Posted for ArlingtonNo end time was reported
- 30 Jun 2026 - Posted for LorraineNo end time was reported
- 01 Jun 2026 - Posted for Arlington substationPOWER OUTAGE UPDATE – ARLINGTON SUBSTATIONNo end time was reported · Source
Report a Power Outage in Providentia
Is your power off in Providentia 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 Providentia?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Providentia 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 Providentia
Is there a power outage in Providentia right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Providentia. 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 Providentia?
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 Providentia?
There is no active outage in Providentia 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 Providentia?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Providentia is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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