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Power Outage in City Deep Ext, Johannesburg

City Power confirmed
Power outage in City Deep Ext on Saturday, 22 August 2026 at 05:32
Last checked: 1m ago
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Power Outages Affecting City Deep Ext3 active

Updated 1m ago
🔧 Investigating1h ago- Innercity
Approximately 40% of affected customers have been restored, but supply remains interrupted to the remaining 60% in Marshalltown, Jeppestown, Johannesburg CBD, City and Suburban, and parts of Selby after a transformer failed installation tests; an alternative transformer is being tested with an estimated full restoration time of 23h30 this evening.
City And SuburbanMarshalltownJeppestownJohannesburg CBDSelbyCarlton CentreJohannesburg
Cause: Equipment faultETA: Sat, 22 Aug, 23:30source
⚡ Active2h ago- Midrand
An outage at Prospect Substation is affecting customers in Marshalltown, City and Suburban, and Jeppestown. Operators will investigate the cause of the outage.
MarshalltownCity And SuburbanJeppestownProspect
🔧 Investigating6d ago- Innercity
Power supply has been restored to customers in parts of New Doornfontein through backfeeding from Johnware Substation, but MVC 471 remains off for material sourcing.
New DoornfonteinDoornfonteinCBD Inner CityCity And SuburbanFerreirasdorp
Cause: Burnt mini-substationsource
Timeline (11 updates)
  1. Reported - Sun, 16 Aug, 08:00
    An unplanned power outage is affecting customers in New Doornfontein, and operators have been notified.
    source
  2. Reported - Sun, 16 Aug, 08:01
    An unplanned power outage is affecting customers in New Doornfontein, and operators have been notified.
    source
  3. Update - Sun, 16 Aug, 12:35
    27% of the power supply has been restored from Van Beek Substation, but New Doornfontein will remain off until power is fully restored.
    source
  4. Update - Sun, 16 Aug, 14:16
    The team continues to work on restoring the remaining percentages at Van Beek Substation.
    source
  5. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 10:30
    The team is pumping water from tunnels to access the site and sourcing material to replace two burnt Ring Main Units at Van Beek Substation, affecting customers in New Doornfontein.
    source
  6. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 14:44
    An outage update is available for Van Beek.
    source
  7. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 19:39
    Work on the Van Beek Substation outage affecting customers in New Doornfontein has been paused due to significant water accumulation in the tunnels, with pumping to resume tomorrow.
    source
  8. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 09:34
    The technical team is on site at Van Beek Substation, resuming water pumping to access infrastructure, with 40% of the electricity supply restored after two Ring Main Units failed and require replacement, affecting customers in parts of New Doornfontein.
    source
  9. Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 16:27
    Power has been restored to 40% of affected New Doornfontein customers as repairs continue.
    source
  10. Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 14:00
    Repairs are nearing completion at Van Beek Substation, with 67% of power restored, and the team expects to backfeed electricity via Johnware Substation this evening to the remaining affected customers.
    source
  11. Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 11:08
    Power supply has been restored to customers in parts of New Doornfontein through backfeeding from Johnware Substation, but MVC 471 remains off for material sourcing.
    source
Upcoming Planned Power Outages
📅 Plannedin 24 days- Innercity
A planned power interruption will occur at Moffat Substation on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, from 08h00 until 16h00.
City DeepTransnetHeidelbergHostel in City Deep
Outage details
Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Tue, 15 Sept, 16:00source
Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 5d ago• 8h 23m- Reuven
Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Prolecon and City Deep, following an outage caused by multiple cable faults.
City DeepProleconWemmer
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (4 updates)
  1. Reported - Mon, 17 Aug, 07:07
    An unplanned power disruption affecting customers in City Deep, Prolecon, and Transnet has been reported, and operators are on-site investigating the cause.
    source
  2. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 08:15
    Power supply has been restored for Transnet customers at Wemmer Substation, with City Deep and Prolecon still affected due to multiple cable faults.
    source
  3. Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 13:59
    Faults on the remaining load centres at Wemmer Substation were located, and repairs are underway for an unplanned power disruption due to multiple cable faults affecting customers at City Deep and Prolecon.
    source
  4. Restored - Mon, 17 Aug, 15:30
    Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Prolecon and City Deep, following an outage caused by multiple cable faults.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Other outages in this area

Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting City Deep Ext directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today1 active

Updated 1m ago
🔧 Investigating23h ago- Reuven
Operators have partially restored power to customers in The Hill, with repairs pending for those still affected by multiple cable faults.
The HillWemmerWinchester Hills
Cause: Multiple cable faultssource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 21 Aug, 09:20
    A suspected outage is affecting customers at Aberfeldy Road, Ben Alder Road, Drakensberg Road, Helvellyn Road, and High Street in The Hill; operators will be dispatched to investigate.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 14:04
    Operators have partially restored power to customers in The Hill, with repairs pending for those still affected by multiple cable faults.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Report a Power Outage in City Deep Ext

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Planned Maintenance in City Deep Ext

Johannesburg Power Outages Today1 planned

Updated 1m ago
Upcoming Planned Power Outages
📅 Plannedin 24 days- Innercity
A planned power interruption will occur at Moffat Substation on Tuesday, 15 September 2026, from 08h00 until 16h00.
City DeepTransnetHeidelbergHostel in City Deep
Outage details
Cause: Planned maintenanceETA: Tue, 15 Sept, 16:00source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes
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When Will Electricity Come Back in City Deep Ext?

How long a power outage in City Deep Ext 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 City Deep Ext 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 City Deep Ext residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.

Power Outage History for City Deep Ext (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting City Deep Ext in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Central Substation substation (4 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
11 Aug 2026-Central Substationplanned maintenanceBraamfontein, City And Suburban, Grahamstown, Johannesburg CBD
07 Aug 20261.1dVan Beek Substationcable faultNew Doornfontein, Marshalltown, City And Suburban, Doornfontein
06 Aug 2026-Central Substation-City And Suburban, Marshalltown
05 Aug 2026-Van Beek Substationcable faultFerreirasdorp, City And Suburban, Marshalltown, New Doornfontein +1 more
05 Aug 20262.6hCentral Substation-Marshalltown, City And Suburban, Ferreirasdorp
03 Aug 20261.3dCentral Substationequipment theftMarshalltown, City And Suburban, Johannesburg CBD, Doornfontein +3 more
29 Jul 202654mMoffat Substationcable fault-
24 Jul 20261.6hWemmer Substationcable faultWemmer
21 Jul 2026-Van Beek Substationcable faultCBD Inner City, City And Suburban, Doornfontein, Ferreirasdorp
16 Jul 20262.9hVan Beek Substationcable faultCBD Inner City, City And Suburban, Doornfontein, Ferreirasdorp

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What to Do During a Power Outage in City Deep Ext

Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in City Deep Ext.

  • 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 City Deep Ext

Is there a power outage in City Deep Ext right now?

Yes, there is currently a power outage reported in City Deep Ext, Johannesburg. City Power is 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 City Deep Ext?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in City Deep Ext. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.

How long do power outages last in City Deep Ext?

Most unplanned power outages in City Deep Ext 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 City Deep Ext?

For the active outage affecting electricity in City Deep Ext, see the live update at the top of this page for City Power's latest restoration estimate. Most unplanned electricity outages in City Deep Ext restore within 4-8 hours. Call 0114907484 / 0860562874 to confirm the ETA for your specific street.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in City Deep Ext?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, City Deep Ext 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 City Deep Ext load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in City Deep Ext?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in City Deep Ext. 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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