Power Outage in Germiston, Ekurhuleni

Power outage reported in the Germiston area 1 day ago

Reported by the Germiston depot

4 active power outages affecting Germiston

Germiston depot

A power outage is affecting Phumula (Roodekop Ext 22), Portion of Mapleton Ext 10, Roodekop Ext 23, and Businesses along Railway Road in Roodekop.

Affected: Phumula (Roodekop Ext 22), Portion of Mapleton Ext 10, Roodekop Ext 23, in Roodekop

Reported 1 day ago

Germiston depot

An outage is affecting Phumula (Roodekop ext 22), Portion of Mapleton ext 10, Roodekop ext 23, and Companies at Railr oad in Roodekop. Fault isolation is in progress.

Affected: Phumula (Roodekop ext 22), Portion of Mapleton ext 10, Roodekop ext 23, Companies at Railr oad in Roodekop

Reported 1 day ago

Technicians are onsite testing at the Mapleton substation; a damaged circuit breaker has been replaced and repairs are ongoing.

Affected: Mapleton

Estimated restoration: 03 Nov 2026, 13:00

Reported 7 hours ago

Germiston depot - cable fault

Fault isolation and cable fault location in progress, there's no alternative feeding point to restore power.

Affected: Palmridge

Reported 2 days ago

Past outages here: 33 in the last 90 days.

Recent Power Outages in Germiston

Outages reported in Germiston over the past two weeks with no restoration notice from the City. Your power may already be back; if it is still off, report it again so the fault stays open.

An outage is affecting Palmridge Extentions 1, 2 & 3 due to a cable fault. Power is expected back by Saturday 31 October at 15:00.

Germiston depot - 4 days ago - cable fault

The cause of the power outage in Georgetown Substation is being investigated.

Germiston depot - 5 days ago

Load rotation is being implemented in Rooderkop X21, Mapleton X10, and Rondebult X2&3 due to unforeseen challenges.

Germiston depot - 11 days ago - load rotation

Power remains off in Mapleton Ext 10, Rondebult ext 1, Rondebult ext 2, Rondebult ext 3, Roodekop ext 23, Phumula ext 21, Phumula ext 22, and Buhle Park. A team is on site, with no estimated restoration time. The next update will be provided on 2026-10-23 at 10h00.

Germiston depot - 12 days ago

An outage affecting Klopperpark and Harmelia is due to an earth fault at Panel 74 at Rietcon Sub. Teams are on site, ERT to be communicated.

Germiston depot - 13 days ago - earth fault

An outage is affecting Roodekop industry, Trident, Phumula, Roodekop X31, Roodekop X25, and Mapleton X10. Fault location is in progress on high voltage cables.

Germiston depot - 14 days ago

Report a Power Outage in Germiston

Is your power off in Germiston? Report it to the City of Ekurhuleni Call Centre so they can dispatch a team.

0860 543 000(24/7)

Or email call.centre@ekurhuleni.gov.za

Follow @CoE_Call_Centre on X for Ekurhuleni outage updates.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Germiston?

How long a power outage in Germiston takes to fix depends on what caused it. These are the typical restoration times for the three fault categories the City of Ekurhuleni handles.

Unplanned fault: Most outages in Germiston are fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults (tripped circuit) take 2-4 hours.
Cable theft: 12-48 hours to repair, especially if specialised cable replacement is needed.
Planned work: City of Ekurhuleni notifies Germiston residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Load rotation: Rolling outages on strained feeders, usually 2-4 hour windows announced the same day.

What to Do During a Power Outage in Germiston

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for the City of Ekurhuleni to restore power in Germiston.

Switch off appliances at the wall to prevent damage from power surges when electricity returns.
Leave one light switched on so you know when power is restored.
Keep fridges and freezers closed - food stays cold for 4-6 hours if unopened.
Use battery-powered lights instead of candles to reduce fire risk.
Report the outage to the City of Ekurhuleni on 0860 543 000 if it has not been reported yet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Germiston

Is there a power outage in Germiston right now?

Yes, there is currently a power outage reported in Germiston, Ekurhuleni. City of Ekurhuleni depots are aware and working on restoration. Check the live updates above for the latest status and estimated restoration time.

How do I report a power outage in Germiston?

Call the City of Ekurhuleni Call Centre on 0860 543 000 (24/7) or email call.centre@ekurhuleni.gov.za to report a power outage in Germiston. Give your street address and meter number to help technicians locate the fault faster.

How long do power outages last in Germiston?

Most unplanned power outages in Germiston are fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults like tripped circuits are often restored in 2-4 hours. Major faults from cable theft or equipment damage can take 12-48 hours. Planned maintenance typically lasts 6-10 hours during the day.

When will the electricity be back on in Germiston?

For the active electricity outage in Germiston, see the live status above for the City of Ekurhuleni's latest cause and restoration estimate. Most unplanned electricity outages in Germiston restore within 4-8 hours. Call 0860 543 000 to confirm the ETA for your street.

What number do I call for a power outage in Germiston?

Call the City of Ekurhuleni Call Centre on 0860 543 000 for a power outage in Germiston. This is the main fault-reporting line for all Ekurhuleni depots including Germiston, Kempton Park, Benoni, Boksburg, Springs, Alberton, Brakpan and Edenvale.

OurPower is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with the City of Ekurhuleni. This page reads public Ekurhuleni outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call the City of Ekurhuleni Call Centre on 0860 543 000.

Suburbs in the Germiston area

Albemarle Buhle Park Buurendal Castleview Creston Hill Dania Park Dawnview Delville Denlee Dewittsrus Dinwiddie Elandshaven Elsburg Elspark Estera Fishers Hill Fishershill Georgetown Germiston Cbd Gosforth Park Harmelia Hazel Park Hazeldene Henville Highway Gardens Katlehong Klopperpark Kruinhof Lambton Lambton Gardens Leondale Malvern East Mapleton Meadowbrook Meadowdale Mimosa Park Palmridge Parkhill Gardens Phumula Pirowville Primrose Primrose Hill Rondebult Roodekop Simmerfield Sky City Solheim South Germiston Stone Arch Sunnyridge Sunnyrock Symhurst Union Wadeville Webber Wilbart Wychwood

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