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Power Outage in Mayfair, Johannesburg

City Power confirmed
Power outage in Mayfair on Saturday, 4 July 2026 at 10:40
7 updates so far, latest 9h ago
Last checked: 17m ago
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Power Outages Affecting Mayfair1 active

Updated 17m ago
🔧 Investigating3d ago- Hursthill
Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.
MayfairSelby
Cause: Cable theftsource
Timeline (7 updates)
  1. Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:40
    Repairs are in progress at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair.
    source
  2. Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 13:13
    Repairs have been completed at Johnware Substation's Forsburg South Distributor, affecting customers at Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair; final tests are pending before restoration.
    source
  3. Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 17:00
    Repairs are concluded in Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, and the operation team will proceed with the restoration process.
    source
  4. Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 21:43
    Supply has been 100% restored on Honover street, 5th & 6th Avenue and Park drive in Mayfair, following a faulty cable.
    source
  5. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 19:39
    The fault at Johnware Substation was located under the tunnel, and a contractor will carry out repairs tomorrow morning, affecting customers at Vlak Street, Scraper Street, and True Road in Selby.
    source
  6. Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 12:04
    Repairs are underway at Johnware Substation following a cable theft reported on Sunday, 05 July, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other possible streets in Selby.
    source
  7. Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 14:01
    Approximately 140 meters of cables were burned inside the tunnel at Johnware Substation due to cable theft, affecting customers on Vlak Street, Scraper Street, True Road, and other streets in Selby.
    source
Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 40h 43m- Hursthill
Full supply has been restored to customers on Englewold Drive, Aldswold Drive, Northwold Drive and Cotswold Drive after the stolen low voltage cable was replaced.
ParkviewMayfairForest TownWestcliffNorthwold
Cause: Cable theftETA: Sun, 05 Jul, 17:00source
Timeline (9 updates)
  1. Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 19:23
    There is a power supply interruption affecting Parkview. Operators have been notified and will attend to the outage upon completion of current work in Mayfair.
    source
  2. Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 21:56
    Operators are investigating the cause of an outage affecting Parkview at Forest Town Switching Station.
    source
  3. Reported - Sun, 05 Jul, 09:32
    Our team is investigating the cause of an outage affecting Parkview and surrounding areas from Forest Town Switching Station.
    source
  4. Update - Sun, 05 Jul, 20:27
    A cable fault has been located at Forest Town Switching Station, affecting customers in Parkview and Westcliff, and a contractor is yet to be appointed for repairs.
    source
  5. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 08:00
    The team is on site preparing to start repair work on a fault between RMU 01044 and MSS0 3783 at Forest Town Switching Station's Parkview Westcliff 11kV distributor, affecting customers in parts of Parkview.
    source
  6. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:40
    The technical team is on site replacing a stolen low voltage cable from the mini substation, with final checks and supply restoration to follow.
    source
  7. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:54
    The team remains on site preparing to repair two located cable faults, with a third cable fault to be located between TSS Kilkenny Road off Tyrone Road and MSS N805.
    source
  8. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:02
    Partial power supply has been restored in Parkview and Westcliff, while Dandalis Street, Kerry Road and Dandalk Avenue remain off due to a remaining fault.
    source
  9. Restored - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:06
    Full supply has been restored to customers on Englewold Drive, Aldswold Drive, Northwold Drive and Cotswold Drive after the stolen low voltage cable was replaced.
    source
Earlier This Week (no recent update)
⏸ No recent updatereported 5d ago• 7h 31m (no follow-up)- Hursthill
Material sourcing is underway for a cable fault at Johnware Substation's Fordsburg South 11kv distributor, affecting customers on Hanover Street, 6th Avenue, 5th Avenue, and Park Drive in Mayfair.
MayfairFordsburg
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (3 updates)
  1. Reported - Thu, 02 Jul, 06:09
    An outage at Johnware Substation's Fordsburg South 11kv distributor is affecting customers on Hanover, 6th Avenue, and 5th Avenue in Mayfair, and a test branch will be requested to locate the fault.
    source
  2. Update - Thu, 02 Jul, 11:08
    The cable fault affecting customers on Hanover Street, 6th Avenue, 5th Avenue and Park Drive in Mayfair has been located, and arrangements are being made for repairs.
    source
  3. Update - Thu, 02 Jul, 13:40
    Material sourcing is underway for a cable fault at Johnware Substation's Fordsburg South 11kv distributor, affecting customers on Hanover Street, 6th Avenue, 5th Avenue, and Park Drive in Mayfair.
    source
⏸ No recent updatereported 5d ago- Hursthill
An outage stemming from Johnware Substation and affecting Fordsburg and Mayfair was partially restored, and operators are investigating the root cause and will complete repairs.
FordsburgMayfair
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 Mayfair directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today3 active

Updated 17m ago
⚡ Active11h ago- Hursthill
A flashed termination at Roosevelt Substation is affecting customers on Mendolssohn and Denis Reitz streets in Roosevelt Park; the team is assessing damages and will begin repairs after cleaning.
BerarioBlackheathEmmarentiaEmmerentia South
Cause: Flashed terminationsource
🔧 Investigating6d ago- Hursthill
A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.
NewlandsClaremont
Cause: Equipment faultsource
Timeline (9 updates)
  1. Update - Wed, 01 Jul, 12:24
    Latest updates are available regarding the Hursthill outage.
    source
  2. Update - Fri, 03 Jul, 11:00
    A replacement indoor transformer has been delivered to Hursthili Substation TSS Newlands for installation, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands following a previous explosion.
    source
  3. Update - Sat, 04 Jul, 10:32
    Repairs are currently underway at Hurshill Substation (TSS Newlands), affecting customers at Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road in Newlands.
    source
  4. Reported - Sat, 04 Jul, 18:36
    Insulation at the Italian transformer substation was damaged by fire, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands. The repair team will resume work tomorrow morning.
    source
  5. Reported - Sun, 05 Jul, 09:01
    An outage is affecting customers in Claremont, and operators have been notified to investigate the cause.
    source
  6. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 10:34
    Repairs on a low voltage fault affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road in Newlands have been completed, with final checks and supply restoration to follow.
    source
  7. Reported - Mon, 06 Jul, 12:53
    Infrastructure inside the transformer switching station exploded and caught alight during final checks on low voltage repairs, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road and Market Road.
    source
  8. Update - Mon, 06 Jul, 13:16
    An explosion damaged two circuit breakers and leads from the transformer at Hursthull Substation's Claremont 11kV distributor, affecting customers on Italian Road, Stonewall Road, and Market Road.
    source
  9. Update - Tue, 07 Jul, 07:52
    A contractor has been appointed and material is being sourced for repairs at Hursthills Substation, Claremont 11kV distributor.
    source
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Hursthill
An appointed contractor is on site actively engaging in repairs to faulty cables affecting power supply to customers in Dandalus Street, Kerry Road, and Dandalk Avenue in Parkview.
ParkviewForest TownWestcliff
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes
This page also covers outages in Mayfair North, Mayfair West.

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Mayfair?

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

Power Outage History for Mayfair (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting Mayfair in the last 90 days, totalling 96.1 hours without power. Average restoration time was 16 hours. Most faults traced back to the Mayfair Substation substation (8 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.

DateDurationSubstationCauseAlso affected
24 Jun 2026-Mayfair Substation-Pageview, Delarey
15 Jun 20261.2dMayfair Substationcable faultCrown Mines
09 Jun 202617.6hMayfair Substationflashed terminationVrededorp
08 Jun 202617.2hMayfair Substationtermination faultPageview, Vrededorp
05 Jun 2026-Mayfair Substationlow voltage related-
26 May 20260mMayfair Substation-Crown, SABC
18 May 202615.1hFordsburg Substationexplosion of feeder boardMicor Industrial, Vrededorp, Cottesloe, Crosby +5 more
13 May 2026-Mayfair Substationtechnician fatalityCrown Mines
07 May 202617hMayfair Substation-Forest Town, Parkwood, Westcliff, Parkview +1 more
26 Apr 2026----

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Mayfair

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

  • 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 Mayfair

Is there a power outage in Mayfair right now?

Yes, there is currently a power outage reported in Mayfair, 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 Mayfair?

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

How long do power outages last in Mayfair?

Most unplanned power outages in Mayfair 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 Mayfair?

For the active outage affecting electricity in Mayfair, see the live update at the top of this page for City Power's latest restoration estimate. Most unplanned electricity outages in Mayfair 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 Mayfair?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, Mayfair 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 Mayfair load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in Mayfair?

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