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Power Outage in Wilsonia, Eastern Cape

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Last checked: 09 Aug 2026, 11:01
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Power off in Wilsonia? Tell neighbours so others know.

Recent power outages affecting Wilsonia

OverdueReported 4 days ago
Started: Wed, 05 Aug 15:35

We are aware of the electricity outage affecting Dawn, Summerpride, Wilsonia, and Cambridge West; our technical teams are currently on site attending to the fault.

Areas covered
DawnSummerprideWilsoniaCambridge West
From the City's announcement
Outage area map

Report a Power Outage in Wilsonia

Is your power off in Wilsonia 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 Wilsonia?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Wilsonia 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 Wilsonia

Is there a power outage in Wilsonia right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Wilsonia. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 08600 37566.

How do I report a power outage in Wilsonia?

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 Wilsonia?

There is no active outage in Wilsonia right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 08600 37566 to log it.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Wilsonia?

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