Power Outage in Zwide, Eastern Cape
Recent power outages affecting Zwide
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Electricity and Energy Directorate wishes to inform residents of a power outage affecting parts of the metro.
Report a Power Outage in Zwide
Is your power off in Zwide 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 Zwide?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Zwide 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 Zwide
Is there a power outage in Zwide right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Zwide. 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 Zwide?
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 Zwide?
There is no active outage in Zwide 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 Zwide?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Zwide is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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