Power Outage in Bryanston North, Johannesburg
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No power outage reported in Bryanston North by City Power
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Power Outages Affecting Bryanston North
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✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 11h 38m- Randburg
Power supply has been fully restored on Kingswood Road, Tessa Road, Panners Lane, Denys Road, Waterbuck Crescent, Coloraine Drive, Spring Hill Road, Kelvin Drive, Venneurs Road and Marakesh Close, following an outage due to a faulty cable.
Bryanston
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (5 updates)
- Update - Tue, 04 Aug, 08:31Repairs are in progress on site at Bryanston Substation due to multiple cable faults affecting customers in Kingswood Road, Tessa Road, Panners Lane, Denys Road, Waterbuck Crescent, Coloraine Drive, Spring Hill Road, Kelvin Drive, Venneurs Road and Marakesh Close.source
- Update - Tue, 04 Aug, 10:57Repairs are in progress at Bryanston Substation on the Borrowdale/Kingswood Distributor following an outage caused by multiple cable faults affecting customers in Kingswood Road, Tessa Road, Panners Lane, Denys Road, Waterbuck Crescent, Coloraine Drive, Spring Hill Road, Kelvin Drive, Venneurs Road and Marakesh Close.source
- Reported - Tue, 04 Aug, 18:09An outage affecting customers on Kingswood Road, Tessa Road, Panners Lane, Denys Road, Waterbuck Crescent, Coloraine Drive, Spring Hill Road, Kelvin Drive, Venneurs Road and Marakesh Close is due to multiple faulty cables.source
- Restored - Tue, 04 Aug, 18:56Power supply has been restored to 93% of customers on several streets due to multiple faulty cables, with restoration efforts for remaining customers still underway.source
- Restored - Tue, 04 Aug, 20:09Power supply has been fully restored on Kingswood Road, Tessa Road, Panners Lane, Denys Road, Waterbuck Crescent, Coloraine Drive, Spring Hill Road, Kelvin Drive, Venneurs Road and Marakesh Close, following an outage due to a faulty cable.source
✅ Restoredreported 6d ago• 27h 46m- Randburg
Power has been restored to customers in Bryanston following a cable fault.
Bryanston
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (6 updates)
- Update - Fri, 31 Jul, 18:24The night shift team is attending to the remaining percentage of the power supply affecting customers in Bryanston and surrounding areas.source
- Update - Fri, 31 Jul, 20:16Power has been partially restored to customers in Bryanston, with two load centres remaining off until repairs are completed.source
- Update - Sat, 01 Aug, 08:14Test branch is on site and locating the fault interrupting the power supply to Bryanston. Two load centres will remain off until repairs are done.source
- Update - Sat, 01 Aug, 11:46The test branch has successfully located the fault at Dimension Data Switching Station, and the team is on site exposing the fault before repair work begins.source
- Update - Sat, 01 Aug, 18:06Repairs are currently underway following an outage affecting customers in Bryanston and surrounding areas.source
- Restored - Sat, 01 Aug, 22:10Power has been restored to customers in Bryanston following a cable fault.source
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⏸ No recent updatereported 5d ago• 40h 49m (no follow-up)- Randburg
Repairs are underway for an outage at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale/Kingwood Distributor, affecting customers in River Club, Marakesh, Kelvin, Kan Meurs, Springhill, Coleraine Dr, Waterbuck, Denys, Panners, and Kingwood.
BryanstonMain RoadHigh SchoolDaniel StreetBanbury StreetBelgrave StreetGrosvenor RoadChesterfield RoadKingswood CrescentWestminster AvenueRiver ClubElgin RoadArklow RoadWitney StreetPanners LaneCrescent FlatsSt Audley RoadCountry Life ParkBorrowdale RoadBarrowdale
Cause: Equipment faultsource
Timeline (14 updates)
- Reported - Sun, 02 Aug, 05:16We are aware of an outage affecting Bryanston, and operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause.source
- Planned - Sun, 02 Aug, 15:37Bryanston Substation planned maintenance has not yet been completed, and Eskom is still conducting repairs and tests.source
- Restored - Sun, 02 Aug, 17:40Bryanston substation planned maintenance has been completed, and power has been restored to affected customers.source
- Update - Sun, 02 Aug, 18:15Power tripped post restoration at Bryanston Substation, affecting customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School, with the team attending to the issue.source
- Update - Sun, 02 Aug, 19:53The team is on site at Bryanston Substation working to restore power to customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 03:0045% of the power supply has been restored to customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School, with work continuing on a port fault.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 09:07Our team of operators managed to restore up to 45% of the power supply following an outage caused by a cable fault, and are currently sourcing material to conduct repairs on a cable fault affecting customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 09:5145% of power supply has been restored following a cable fault at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale Distributor, affecting customers in River Club, Main Road, High School, and surrounding streets. The team is sourcing material for repairs.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 10:56The appointed team is on site exposing the cable to conduct repairs on a cable fault at Bryanston Substation, Barrowdale Distributor, affecting customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 13:12Repairs are in progress at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale Distributor following a trip caused by a cable fault affecting customers in River Club, Main Road, and High School.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 16:4818 load centers will remain off due to overload at Bryanston Substation, affecting customers in River Club, Marakesh, Kelvin, Kan Meurs, Springhill, Coleraine Dr, Waterbuck, Denys, Panners, Kingwood.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 17:45A further fault was found upon testing at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale/Kingwood Distributor, affecting customers in River Club, Marakesh, Kelvin, Kan Meurs, Springhill, Coleraine Dr, Waterbuck, Denys, Panners, and Kingwood; the team has located and is exposing the second fault before repairs.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 19:47The team is exposing a fault at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale/Kingwood Distributor before commencing repairs, affecting customers in River Club, Marakesh, Kelvin, Kan Meurs, Springhill, Coleraine Dr, Waterbuck, Denys, Panners, and Kingwood.source
- Update - Mon, 03 Aug, 22:05Repairs are underway for an outage at Bryanston Substation's Barrowdale/Kingwood Distributor, affecting customers in River Club, Marakesh, Kelvin, Kan Meurs, Springhill, Coleraine Dr, Waterbuck, Denys, Panners, and Kingwood.source
⏸ No recent updatereported 6d ago- Randburg
Dimension Data 11kv Switching Station's Incomer No 3 tripped on an earth fault, causing an unplanned power supply interruption to customers in Bryanston.
Bryanston
Cause: Earth faultsource
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When Will Electricity Come Back in Bryanston North?
How long a power outage in Bryanston North takes to fix depends on what caused it. These are the typical restoration times for the three fault categories City Power handles.
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Bryanston North fixed within 4-8 hours. Minor faults (tripped circuit) take 2-4 hours.
- Cable theft
- 12-48 hours to repair, especially if specialised equipment is needed.
- Planned work
- City Power notifies Bryanston North residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Power Outage History for Bryanston North (Last 90 Days)
City Power reported 10 outages affecting Bryanston North in the last 90 days, totalling 71.4 hours without power. Average restoration time was 17.9 hours. Most faults traced back to the Brynorth 6,6kv Substation substation (2 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.
| Date | Duration | Substation | Cause | Also affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Jul 2026 | 3.2h | Brynorth 6,6kv Substation | - | - |
| 22 Jul 2026 | - | - | - | - |
| 16 Jul 2026 | 1.5d | Bryanston Substation | cable fault | Mill Hill |
| 15 Jul 2026 | - | Bryanston Substation | cable fault | Mill Hill, Discovery |
| 15 Jul 2026 | - | - | - | Mill Hill |
| 14 Jul 2026 | - | Khanysa Substation | cable fault | Mill Hill |
| 13 Jul 2026 | 1.2d | Khanyisa Substation | cable fault | Mill Hill |
| 09 Jul 2026 | 4.2h | - | cable fault | - |
| 09 Jul 2026 | - | - | - | - |
| 09 Jul 2026 | - | Brynorth 6,6kv Substation | earth fault | - |
What to Do During a Power Outage in Bryanston North
Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Bryanston North.
- 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 City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 if it has not been reported yet.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Bryanston North
Is there a power outage in Bryanston North right now?
No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Bryanston North, Johannesburg. This page updates every 10 minutes with live data from City Power. If your power is off, report it by calling 0114907484 / 0860562874.
How do I report a power outage in Bryanston North?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Bryanston North. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.
How long do power outages last in Bryanston North?
Most unplanned power outages in Bryanston North 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 Bryanston North?
City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Bryanston North right now. If your power is off, the issue may be local to your street or property. Call 0114907484 / 0860562874 or check this page again - it updates every 10 minutes with live electricity restoration data from City Power.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in Bryanston North?
If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Bryanston North is experiencing an unplanned power outage - not load shedding. Load shedding follows a fixed timetable, while power outages are caused by faults, cable theft, or equipment failure. Check Bryanston North load shedding schedule
What number do I call for City Power in Bryanston North?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Bryanston North. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.
OurPower is an independent live tracker. We are not affiliated with City Power or the City of Johannesburg. This page reads public information that City Power publishes and translates it into plain language. For official updates, contact City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 or citypower.co.za.
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