Power Outage in Kyalami Estate, Johannesburg
Power Outages Affecting Kyalami Estate
Updated 22m ago- Reported - Fri, 03 Jul, 20:44The outage affecting Vorna Valley and Kyalami is due to a faulty cable, and backfeeding is currently not possible.source
- Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 08:52A faulty cable at Vorna Valley Substation is affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami, and the test branch team is on site locating the fault.source
- Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 13:03The test branch team located a cable theft and damage fault affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami; additional material is being sourced for repairs.source
- Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 15:30Power outage update at Vorna Valley Substation.source
- Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 13:20Repairs will resume at Vorna Valley Substation as soon as material is delivered to site, affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami.source
- Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 14:06There is a power outage update regarding Vorna Valley Substation.source
- Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 19:18The contractor is on site with materials and will commence repairs; estimated restoration time is 01h00, affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami.source
- Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 22:06Repairs have been halted due to the nature of the work and visibility concerns, and will resume this morning, affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 05:34Repairs on a cable fault at Vorna Valley Substation affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami were halted due to safety concerns and will resume this morning. There is no estimated time of restoration available at this stage.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 08:38A contractor is currently onsite repairing a cable fault affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:16During repairs to an initial cable fault at Vorna Valley Substation, an additional fault caused by cable theft and vandalism was discovered, affecting customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami; repairs are ongoing with an anticipated restoration by 20h00.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 15:09Vorna Valley Substation is experiencing an outage.source
- Restored - Mon, 06 Jul, 22:13Power has been fully restored to customers in Vorna Valley and Kyalami following a cable fault.source
- Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 03:3099% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Kyalami Estate and surrounding areas at Vorna Valley Substation, Ring Main Unit 00276, following a cable fault. The fault has been isolated and handed over for repairs.source
- Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 06:26Approximately 99% of the power supply has been restored to customers in Kyalami Estate from Vorna Valley Substation, with the remaining 1% affecting Derby Crescent due to a double fault.source
- Restored - Fri, 03 Jul, 12:29Power supply has been fully restored to customers in Kyalami Estate after an outage caused by a double fault.source
Other outages in this area
Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting Kyalami Estate directly.
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Updated 22m ago- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 06:27Three load centres remain off due to a double cable fault affecting customers on Bekker Road and at Waterfall Office Park, with faults located and a contractor assigned for repairs.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 11:22Repairs are underway for a cable fault at Bekker Switching Station affecting customers on Bekker Road and Waterfall Office Park, with an estimated restoration time of 23h00 tonight.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 18:09Repairs on the cable fault affecting customers along Bekker Road and Waterfall Office Park are still in progress, with an estimated restoration time of 23:00 tonight.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 06:32A contractor is on-site at Bekker Switching Station repairing a cable fault affecting customers on Bekker Road and Waterfall Office Park.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 11:08There is an outage update for Bekker Switching Station.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 19:19A fault has been located at Bekker Switching Station, affecting customers at Bekker Road and Waterfall Office Park; repairs will resume tomorrow.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 06:26The cable fault affecting UNISA has been successfully located, and repair work will commence this morning, though no estimated time of restoration is available yet.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 11:35Repairs on the cable fault affecting UNISA are underway with anticipated restoration by 23h00 tonight.source
- Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 17:59Repairs to the cable fault affecting UNISA have been completed, and the Test Branch team will now verify the cable before restoration, with an estimated restoration time of 23:00 tonight.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 06:26Repairs to the double cable fault affecting UNISA are currently underway.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 10:23An outage update has been provided for Staugh Voster Switching Station.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 11:50Repairs to double cable faults affecting Unisa are still underway, and the revised estimated time of restoration is 22h00 tonight.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 19:05Repairs for the outage affecting UNISA will resume tomorrow morning due to access challenges.source
- Reported - Tue, 07 Jul, 06:21Power tripped due to a double cable fault affecting customers in Halfway Gardens, and a test branch team has been requested to assist with locating the fault.source
- Reported - Tue, 07 Jul, 09:42Halfway Gardens extension 22 Switching Station experienced a power trip due to a double cable fault affecting customers in Halfway Gardens, with a test branch team on site to locate the faults.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 11:43The test branch team has located faults affecting customers in Halfway Gardens, and repairs are underway with no estimated time of restoration currently available.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 13:59During repairs, a further fault was detected at Halfway Gardens extension 22 Switching Station, affecting customers in Halfway Gardens, with a test branch team on site locating the fault and no estimated restoration time available.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 18:49During the repair process at Halfway Gardens Extension 22 Switching Station, a further fault was detected affecting streets in Halfway Gardens, with repairs to commence tomorrow.source
- Reported - Tue, 07 Jul, 06:16An unplanned power outage is affecting National Health Laboratory Service, Sandringham Police Station, Elphin Lodge, and Rand Aid, with operators dispatched to investigate the cause.source
- Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 14:04The cable fault affecting the National Health Laboratory Service, Sandringham Police Station, Elphin Lodge, and Rand Aid has been repaired, and the restoration process is underway.source
Report a Power Outage in Kyalami Estate
Is your power off in Kyalami Estate? Report it to City Power so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Kyalami Estate?
How long a power outage in Kyalami Estate 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 Kyalami Estate 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 Kyalami Estate residents in advance. Usually 6-10 hours during the day.
Power Outage History for Kyalami Estate (Last 90 Days)
City Power reported 10 outages affecting Kyalami Estate in the last 90 days, totalling 21.9 hours without power. Average restoration time was 21.9 hours. Most faults traced back to the Kyalami Park Substation substation (5 of 10). The most common cause was planned maintenance.
| Date | Duration | Substation | Cause | Also affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 May 2026 | - | Kyalami Park Substation | planned maintenance | Bonnita, Entrance Court, Shopping Centre, Indianapolis Street +5 more |
| 19 May 2026 | - | Kyalami Park Substation | planned maintenance | Bonnita, Entrance Court, Shopping Centre, Indianapolis Street +5 more |
| 18 May 2026 | - | Kyalami Park Substation | planned maintenance | Bonnita, Entrance Court, Shopping Centre, Indianapolis Street +5 more |
| 06 May 2026 | - | Vorna Valley Substation | planned maintenance | Kyalami Business Park, Vorna Valley |
| 06 May 2026 | - | Vorna Valley Substation | planned maintenance | Kyalami Business Park, Vorna Valley |
| 05 May 2026 | - | Leuwkop Substation | Eskom issue | Kyalami Park |
| 23 Apr 2026 | - | Kyalami Park Substation | planned maintenance | Kyalami Park |
| 23 Apr 2026 | - | Kyalami Park Substation | planned maintenance | Kyalami Park |
| 17 Apr 2026 | 21.9h | Star Point Switching Station | faulty cable | Kyalami Park |
| 16 Apr 2026 | - | Star Pointing Switching Station | cable fault | - |
What to Do During a Power Outage in Kyalami Estate
Quick checklist to follow while waiting for City Power to restore power in Kyalami Estate.
- 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 08600 37566 if it has not been reported yet.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Kyalami Estate
Is there a power outage in Kyalami Estate right now?
No power outage is currently reported by City Power for Kyalami Estate, Johannesburg. This page updates every 10 minutes with live data from City Power. If your power is off, report it by calling 08600 37566.
How do I report a power outage in Kyalami Estate?
Call City Power on 08600 37566 to report a power outage in Kyalami Estate. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.
How long do power outages last in Kyalami Estate?
Most unplanned power outages in Kyalami Estate 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 Kyalami Estate?
City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Kyalami Estate right now. If your power is off, the issue may be local to your street or property. Call 08600 37566 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 Kyalami Estate?
If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Kyalami Estate 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 Kyalami Estate load shedding schedule
What number do I call for City Power in Kyalami Estate?
Call City Power on 08600 37566 for power outages in Kyalami Estate. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.
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