Power Outage in Kensington, Johannesburg
City Power confirmed
Power outage in Kensington on Monday, 5 October 2026 at 17:25
2 updates so far, latest 8m ago
Last checked: just now
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Power off in Kensington? 1 report in the last 24 hours.
Power Outages Affecting Kensington1 active
Updated just now⚡ Active3h ago- Innercity
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the team will investigate the cause of an outage affecting customers in Sovereign Parks, Reddam, Bedford Gate, and Smith Street in Kensington in the morning.
KensingtonObservatory
Timeline (2 updates)
- Reported - Mon, 05 Oct, 17:25An outage affecting customers in Sovereign Parks, Reddam, Bedford Gate, and Smith Street in Kensington has been reported, and operators will be dispatched to investigate.source
- Reported - Mon, 05 Oct, 20:52Due to unforeseen circumstances, the team will investigate the cause of an outage affecting customers in Sovereign Parks, Reddam, Bedford Gate, and Smith Street in Kensington in the morning.source
Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 5h ago• 0m- Innercity
Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Bez-Valley and Kensington after an outage caused by multiple cable faults.
KensingtonObservatory
✅ Restoredreported 6d ago• 48h 55m- Innercity
Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Kensington and Bezuidenhout Valley, following an outage caused by a faulty cable.
KensingtonBezuidenhout ValleyObservatorySomerset
Timeline (4 updates)
- Reported - Tue, 29 Sept, 13:34An outage is affecting customers in Kensington and Bezuidenhout Valley, and operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause.source
- Update - Wed, 30 Sept, 15:15Repairs are in progress at Observatory Substation, and 95% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Kensington and Bezuidenhout Valley.source
- Restored - Thu, 01 Oct, 14:26Power supply has been fully restored to customers on Somerset Road in Kensington, following an outage caused by a faulty cable.source
- Restored - Thu, 01 Oct, 14:29Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Kensington and Bezuidenhout Valley, following an outage caused by a faulty cable.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 Kensington directly.
Johannesburg Power Outages Today5 active
Updated just now🔧 Investigating1d ago- Innercity
Due to the area being unsafe at night, the team will conduct tests in the morning; if clear, the restoration process will commence following an outage reported on 21 September due to multiple cable faults, affecting customers in Berea and Hillbrow.
HillbrowBereaFort
Cause: Multiple cable faultssource
Timeline (2 updates)
- Reported - Sun, 04 Oct, 12:02An unplanned power interruption at Fort Substation is affecting customers in Hillbrow and Berea, and the team is investigating the cause.source
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 20:57Due to the area being unsafe at night, the team will conduct tests in the morning; if clear, the restoration process will commence following an outage reported on 21 September due to multiple cable faults, affecting customers in Berea and Hillbrow.source
🔧 Investigating3d ago- Innercity
92% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, with repairs for the remaining two load centres commencing in the morning.
Houghton EstateNorwoodOaklandsKillarneyOrchardsCydna
Cause: Multiple cable faultssource
Timeline (10 updates)
- Reported - Fri, 02 Oct, 16:25An outage at Cydna Substation is affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, and operators will be dispatched to investigate.source
- Reported - Fri, 02 Oct, 19:58An outage at Cydna Substation is affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, and will be attended to by the morning shift team.source
- Reported - Sat, 03 Oct, 09:56The team will investigate the cause of the outage affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards.source
- Reported - Sat, 03 Oct, 11:50The team is investigating the cause of an outage at Cydna Substation affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, which was reported yesterday.source
- Update - Sat, 03 Oct, 13:15An outage at Cydna Substation tripped again, affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, and the team is still conducting tests.source
- Update - Sat, 03 Oct, 15:21Power supply is partially restored to customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, with a test branch team requested tomorrow to locate the fault for the remaining Load Centers.source
- Update - Sat, 03 Oct, 15:22Power supply is partially restored to customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, with a test branch team requested tomorrow to locate the fault for the remaining Load Centers.source
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 12:50The test branch team is enroute to locate the multiple cable faults causing an outage affecting customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards.source
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 17:20The power supply has been restored up to 92% for customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, with the remaining two load centres off until repairs are done.source
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 20:5492% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Houghton Estate, Norwood, Oaklands, Killarney, and Orchards, with repairs for the remaining two load centres commencing in the morning.source
🔧 Investigating9h ago- Innercity
A fault has been located at Kazerne Substation, with repairs commencing tomorrow following an outage today due to vandalism to electrical infrastructure. Power supply has been restored up to 5% for customers at Maboneng precinct, Durban Street East, and Durban Street West.
Maboneng PrecinctKazerne
Cause: Vandalismsource
Timeline (2 updates)
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 11:335% of the power supply has been restored to customers at Maboneng precinct, Durban Street East, and Durban Street West, following an outage due to vandalism to the electrical infrastructure.source
- Update - Mon, 05 Oct, 20:48A fault has been located at Kazerne Substation, with repairs commencing tomorrow following an outage today due to vandalism to electrical infrastructure. Power supply has been restored up to 5% for customers at Maboneng precinct, Durban Street East, and Durban Street West.source
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Innercity
An electrical flash at Central Substation has interrupted restoration efforts.
BraamfonteinCity And SuburbanGrahamstownJohannesburg CBD
Cause: Electrical flashsource
⚡ Active1d ago- Innercity
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Jeppestown. The team has been informed and will investigate the cause.
Jeppestown
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes
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When Will Electricity Come Back in Kensington?
How long a power outage in Kensington 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 Kensington 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 Kensington residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Power Outage History for Kensington (Last 90 Days)
City Power reported 9 outages affecting Kensington in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Observatory Substation substation (3 of 9). The most common cause was planned maintenance.
| Date | Time to restoration | Substation | Cause | Also affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sept 2026 | - | Sebenza Substation | planned maintenance | Far East Bank, Alexandra Extensions 1, Alexandra Extensions 3, Alexandra Extensions 4 +91 more |
| 19 Sept 2026 | - | - | - | Bruma |
| 16 Sept 2026 | - | - | - | Malvern |
| 31 Jul 2026 | - | Harry Gwala Primary School | sabotage incident | Malvern, Randpark, Hurst Hill |
| 28 Jul 2026 | - | Bond Street Substation | planned maintenance | Ferndale, Bordeaux, Sentraal (Sentrum) Road, Oak Street +3 more |
| 16 Jul 2026 | 1.9d | Observatory Substation | cable fault | Observatory |
| 15 Jul 2026 | 3.6h | Sebenza Substation | wildfire | Alexandra, Kew, Lyndhurst, Savoy +26 more |
| 14 Jul 2026 | - | Observatory Substation | chamber fire | Observatory |
| 11 Jul 2026 | - | Observatory Substation | - | Observatory |
Time to restoration is measured from when the outage was first reported, not from when it began.
What to Do During a Power Outage in Kensington
Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Kensington.
- 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 Kensington
Is there a power outage in Kensington right now?
Yes, there is currently a power outage reported in Kensington, 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 Kensington?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 to report a power outage in Kensington. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.
How long do power outages last in Kensington?
Most unplanned power outages in Kensington 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 Kensington?
For the active outage affecting electricity in Kensington, see the live update at the top of this page for City Power's latest restoration estimate. Most unplanned electricity outages in Kensington 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 Kensington?
If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Kensington 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 Kensington load shedding schedule
What number do I call for City Power in Kensington?
Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Kensington. 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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