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Power Outage in Westbank, Eastern Cape

Planned power maintenance in Westbank on now
Started 2 days ago
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Last checked: 10 Jun 2026, 09:15
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Power off in Westbank? Tell neighbours so others know.

Recent power outages affecting Westbank

Plannedweather conditionsAnnounced 6 days ago
Window: Mon, 08 Jun 08:27

Planned power outage notice for eQonce and East London.

Areas covered
eQonceWestbankTyutyuBalasi ValleyEast London
From the City's announcement
Outage area map
Timeline
  1. First reported - 04 Jun, 06:31
  2. Disruption starts - 08 Jun, 08:27

Report a Power Outage in Westbank

Is your power off in Westbank 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 or the after-hours line on 086 111 3017.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Westbank?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Westbank 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 Westbank

Is there a power outage in Westbank right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Westbank. 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 Westbank?

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 Westbank?

There is no active outage in Westbank 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 Westbank?

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