Power Outage in River Park, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in River Park by City Power

There are 32 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.

Last checked: 9m ago

Resident reports · community signal

Power off in River Park? Tell neighbours so others know.

Power Outages Affecting River Park

Updated 9m ago

No electricity outages currently reported by City Power. Check back here or follow @CityPowerJhb on X for updates.

Earlier This Week (no recent update)

⏸ No recent updatereported 6d ago• 70h 2m (no follow-up)- Alexandra

Repair work at Alexandra Substation for snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street, will resume tomorrow once materials are delivered. The supply remains 97% restored.

AlexandraEast BankRiver ParkTsutsumaniFar East Bank

Cause: Snapped overhead linessource

Timeline (10 updates)

Update - Sat, 15 Aug, 13:18
Power supply has been restored up to 97% to customers in Alexandra, but one Pole Mounted Transformer remains isolated due to a snapped overhead line, affecting customers in 13th to 17th Avenue between London Road and Rooth Street.
source
Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 09:40
There is an outage update for Alexandra Substation.
source
Restored - Tue, 18 Aug, 07:31
Power supply is fully restored to customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:54
City Power is building on previous engagements with Alexandra businesses to undertake a focused compliance and normalisation programme, including street-by-street audits and addressing recurring electricity interruptions.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:55
City Power is addressing network overloading, illegal connections, low vending, and damaged infrastructure in Alexandra, having invested approximately R595.7 million in various normalisation projects since 2003.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:55
City Power is streaming live at the Alexandra Electricity Imbizo to discuss electricity challenges with residents.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:57
City Power confirms significant investment in Alexandra's network but stresses the need for resident cooperation to ensure sustainable outcomes, with plans to intensify metering audits and infrastructure protection.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:59
City Power is discussing the need for partnership to address low vending levels in Alexandra, despite normalisation efforts in areas like River Park, Tsutsumani, Far East Bank, and WesBank.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 09:00
City Power is engaging with Alexandra residents on electricity challenges, including refurbishment of Roosevelt Switching Station at Alexandra Substation, to move towards a more stable and sustainable electricity supply.
source
Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 11:20
Repair work at Alexandra Substation for snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street, will resume tomorrow once materials are delivered. The supply remains 97% restored.
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 River Park directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today3 active

Updated 9m ago

🔧 Investigating3d ago- Alexandra

Due to a high volume of calls, the test branch has experienced delays in attending to the outage affecting 12th to 13th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, with supply remaining at 85% restored.

Alexandra

Cause: Snapped overhead linessource

Timeline (12 updates)

Reported - Tue, 18 Aug, 12:09
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street in Alexandra. Operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause of the outage.
source
Reported - Tue, 18 Aug, 20:10
Operators will investigate overhead lines tomorrow at Alexandra Substation, affecting customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street.
source
Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 08:52
The outage at Alexandra Substation is due to snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street, with additional materials now being sourced, and 97% of supply restored.
source
Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 13:01
An outage at Alexandra Substation, caused by snapped overhead lines, is affecting customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, with 50% of power supply restored.
source
Update - Wed, 19 Aug, 14:27
Approximately 50% of the power supply has been restored to customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, with the outstanding percentage affected by a burnt transformer.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 08:48
Approximately 50% of the power supply has been restored to customers along 12th to 16th Avenues, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, while a burnt transformer affecting the outstanding percentage requires replacement.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 11:36
Repairs are ongoing at Alexandra Substation due to snapped overhead lines, affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street. Power supply remains 97% restored, and additional materials are being sourced.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 13:15
Our team has isolated customers along 12th Avenue to 16th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, to allow testing of the lines; two burned transformers were identified, and testing continues.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 14:59
Customers from 12th to 16th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, have been isolated due to two burnt transformers at Alexandra Substation; further testing of overhead lines is underway after initial tests failed.
source
Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 10:05
Meter audits are underway for customers along 12th to 13th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street, supplied by the Alexandra Substation.
source
Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 10:40
Repair work is in progress at Alexandra Substation due to snapped overhead lines affecting customers along 13th to 15th Avenue, between London Road and Rooth Street.
source
Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 12:21
Due to a high volume of calls, the test branch has experienced delays in attending to the outage affecting 12th to 13th Avenue, between Hofmeyer Street and Roosevelt Street, with supply remaining at 85% restored.
source

🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra

Investigative work at Gresswold Substation has been delayed due to technical challenges, affecting customers in Bramley Park and Wynberg, with supply remaining at 68% restored.

Bramley ParkWynbergBramleyGresswold

source

Timeline (4 updates)

Reported - Thu, 20 Aug, 15:06
An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Bramley Park and Wynberg. Operators will be dispatched to investigate the cause of the outage.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 19:20
Restoration efforts at Gresswold Substation remain at 68% due to access challenges, affecting customers in Bramley Park and Wynberg.
source
Update - Thu, 20 Aug, 20:23
Restoration efforts at Gresswold Substation remain at 68% due to access challenges, affecting Bramley Park and Wynberg, with the team resuming repairs tomorrow morning.
source
Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 10:50
Investigative work at Gresswold Substation has been delayed due to technical challenges, affecting customers in Bramley Park and Wynberg, with supply remaining at 68% restored.
source

⚡ Active7h ago- Alexandra

An outage at Cydna Substation is affecting customers in Melrose, Elton Hill, Atholl, and Kentview. Operators have been notified and will be dispatched to investigate.

MelroseElton HillAthollKentviewCydnaKent View

source

Upcoming Planned Power Outages

📅 Plannedannounced 2h ago- Alexandra

A normalisation programme has commenced in Extension 07, Alexandra, as part of proactive maintenance aimed at improving electricity network reliability and stability.

Alexandra

Cause: Planned maintenancesource

Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

Looking for water? See River Park water outage status.

Share on WhatsApp

Report a Power Outage in River Park

Is your power off in River Park? Report it to City Power so they can dispatch a team.

0114907484 / 0860562874

Follow @CityPowerJhb on X

View all 32 active Johannesburg power outages

Tired of finding out the hard way? Get notified when there's a power outage in River Park.

When Will Electricity Come Back in River Park?

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

Power Outage History for River Park (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting River Park in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Alexandra Substation substation (6 of 10). The most common cause was cable fault.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
11 Aug 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	overload	Tsutsumani, Alexandra
06 Aug 2026	11.6h	Alexandra Substation	emergency isolation	Alexandra
02 Aug 2026	-	Bryanston Substation	equipment fault	Bryanston, Main Road, High School, Daniel Street +16 more
25 Jul 2026	2d	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	Tsutsumani, Alexandra
23 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	burnt jumpers	Alexandra
22 Jul 2026	-	Bryanston Substation	planned maintenance	Main Road, High School, Daniel Street, Banbury Street +14 more
22 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	vandalism	Tsutsumani, Alexandra
15 Jul 2026	3.6h	Sebenza Substation	wildfire	Alexandra, Kew, Lyndhurst, Savoy +26 more
03 Jul 2026	22.9h	Nancefield Substation	cable fault	Eldorado Park, Nancefield, Park Central
01 Jul 2026	1d	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	Alexandra

See the full Johannesburg power outage history →

What to Do During a Power Outage in River Park

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

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 River Park

Is there a power outage in River Park right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for River Park, 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 River Park?

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

How long do power outages last in River Park?

Most unplanned power outages in River Park 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 River Park?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in River Park 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 River Park?

If your power is off outside the load shedding schedule, River Park 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 River Park load shedding schedule

What number do I call for City Power in River Park?

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

Click here to join our telegram channel and stay up to date with load shedding and related news!