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Power Outage in TSHEPISONG, Johannesburg

No power outage reported in TSHEPISONG by City Power
There are 18 active power outages in other Johannesburg areas.
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Power Outages Affecting TSHEPISONG

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Recently Restored
✅ Restoredreported 2d ago• 8h 28m- Roodepoort
Power supply has been fully restored to customers feeding from Line B at Tshepisong Switching Station.
Tshepisong
Timeline (4 updates)
  1. Reported - Thu, 08 Oct, 13:27
    Operators will investigate the supply loss on Line B at Tshepisong Switching Station.
    source
  2. Reported - Thu, 08 Oct, 16:24
    The loss of supply from Tshepisong Switching Station has been traced to Eskom's side, and their protection team has been notified to attend.
    source
  3. Update - Thu, 08 Oct, 20:46
    Teams are on site addressing a power interruption affecting customers feeding from Line B at Tshepisong Switching Station, Incomer No 3.
    source
  4. Restored - Thu, 08 Oct, 21:54
    Power supply has been fully restored to customers feeding from Line B at Tshepisong Switching Station.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 3d ago• 11h 50m- Roodepoort
Power has been restored to customers in Tshepisong Line A.
Tshepisong
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Wed, 07 Oct, 08:27
    An unplanned loss of power supply has affected the area, and a team will be dispatched to investigate during the day.
    source
  2. Restored - Wed, 07 Oct, 20:17
    Power has been restored to customers in Tshepisong Line A.
    source
✅ Restoredreported 6d ago• 2h 47m- Roodepoort
Power is fully restored at Tshepisong Line A, after an outage due to overcurrent.
Tshepisong
Cause: Overcurrent tripETA: Sat, 03 Oct, 17:00source
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Sun, 04 Oct, 13:42
    Power tripped on the Eskom side in Tshepisong Line A, and a team is on site investigating the cause of the outage.
    source
  2. Restored - Sun, 04 Oct, 16:28
    Power is fully restored at Tshepisong Line A, after an outage due to overcurrent.
    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 TSHEPISONG directly.

Johannesburg Power Outages Today5 active

Updated 5m ago
🔧 Investigating8h ago- Roodepoort
Work has been temporarily halted at Fleurhof Substation due to adverse weather conditions and will resume once conditions improve, affecting customers in Fleurhof Extension 09, Emnandi Heights, Legacy Hills, and parts of Fleurhof Lifestyle Estate due to a burnt mini-substation.
Fleurhof
Cause: Burnt mini-substationsource
Timeline (2 updates)
  1. Reported - Sat, 10 Oct, 15:04
    Operators are investigating an outage at Fleurhof Substation, affecting customers in Fleurhof Extension 09, Emnandi Heights, Legacy Hills, and Fleurhof Lifestyle Estate due to a burnt mini substation.
    source
  2. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 18:37
    Work has been temporarily halted at Fleurhof Substation due to adverse weather conditions and will resume once conditions improve, affecting customers in Fleurhof Extension 09, Emnandi Heights, Legacy Hills, and parts of Fleurhof Lifestyle Estate due to a burnt mini-substation.
    source
⚡ Active10h ago- Roodepoort
An outage caused by a burnt mini-substation is affecting customers in Fleurhof Extension 09, Emnandi Heights, Legacy Hills, and Fleurhof Lifestyle Estate. Operators have been notified and will be dispatched to site to investigate.
Fleurhof
Cause: Burnt mini-substationsource
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Roodepoort
70% of power supply has been restored from Penny Street Substation; remaining customers at Austrolope MSS 03774 will be off until Low Voltage side repairs are completed.
Witpoortjie
Timeline (4 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 09 Oct, 19:56
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Witpoortjie, including Haynes Street, Gregor Ross Street and Cilliers Street.
    source
  2. Reported - Fri, 09 Oct, 22:29
    Operators have been dispatched to investigate an outage affecting customers in Witpoortjie, including Haynes Street, Gregor Ross Street and Cilliers Street.
    source
  3. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 02:26
    Partial power restoration has been achieved for customers in Haynes Street, Gregor Ross Street, and Cilliers Street in Witpoortjie, with outstanding work handed over to the morning shift due to safety concerns.
    source
  4. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 12:58
    70% of power supply has been restored from Penny Street Substation; remaining customers at Austrolope MSS 03774 will be off until Low Voltage side repairs are completed.
    source
🔧 Investigating4d ago- Roodepoort
The fault at Roodepoort Substation has been located, and the team will begin with repairs affecting customers in Matholesville Change House and Matholesville Kiosk.
MatholesvilleRoodepoortRoodepoort CBD
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (6 updates)
  1. Reported - Tue, 06 Oct, 09:31
    An emergency isolation is required at Roodepoort Substation to repair infrastructure, affecting Wilfordon and Matholesville Hostel.
    source
  2. Update - Tue, 06 Oct, 19:30
    Emergency isolation to repair a cable and stabilise the network is ongoing at Roodepoort Substation, impacting Matholesville Hostel, Wilfordon Ext 10, Matholesville Change House, Matholesville Kiosk, Matholesville 11kV overhead line, Nickel Street Wilfordon No 2, and several other streets.
    source
  3. Restored - Thu, 08 Oct, 09:23
    Goudrand, parts of Roodepoort CBD, and Princess will be switched off to complete cable repairs and gradually restore supply to areas including Matholesville Change House, Matholesville Kiosk, Matholesville 11kV overhead line, Nickel Street Wilfordon No 2, Nickel Street, Leat Street, Copper Street, Floride Street, Platinum Street and Crescent Street.
    source
  4. Update - Thu, 08 Oct, 12:20
    Supply has been restored to some customers in Goudrand, Roodepoort CBD, Davidsonville, and Princess, but customers in Matholesville Change House, Matholesville Kiosk, Wilfordon No 2, and several streets will remain off until cable insulation is completed following an emergency isolation on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
    source
  5. Update - Thu, 08 Oct, 15:02
    The Wilfordon No. 1 distributor has been restored, but customers supplied by Matholesville Change House, Matholesville Kiosk, and the Matholesville 11kV overhead line remain without supply due to a cable fault.
    source
  6. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 11:28
    The fault at Roodepoort Substation has been located, and the team will begin with repairs affecting customers in Matholesville Change House and Matholesville Kiosk.
    source
🔧 Investigating1d ago- Roodepoort
The test branch has located the first fault at Peter Road Substation and will now proceed to locate the second, affecting customers in Willowbrook Estate and Fever Tree Estate.
Willowbrook
Cause: Faulty cablesource
Timeline (3 updates)
  1. Reported - Fri, 09 Oct, 19:52
    An unplanned power interruption is affecting customers in Willowbrook, along Van Dalen Road North, including Willowbrook Estate and Fever Tree Estate.
    source
  2. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 02:30
    Power supply has been restored to approximately 95% of affected customers in Willowbrook, including Willowbrook Estate and Fever Tree Estate, with further work required due to an additional existing fault.
    source
  3. Update - Sat, 10 Oct, 11:04
    The test branch has located the first fault at Peter Road Substation and will now proceed to locate the second, affecting customers in Willowbrook Estate and Fever Tree Estate.
    source
Source: @CityPowerJhbAuto-updated every 10 minutes

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When Will Electricity Come Back in TSHEPISONG?

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

Power Outage History for TSHEPISONG (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting TSHEPISONG in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Tshepisong Switching Station substation (9 of 10). The most common cause was damaged pole.

DateTime to restorationSubstationCauseAlso affected
26 Sept 20267.4dTshepisong Switching Stationcable fault-
25 Sept 202617mTshepisong Switching Station--
24 Sept 20261.7hTshepisong Switching Station--
24 Sept 2026----
18 Sept 2026-Tshepisong Switching StationEskom fault-
17 Sept 20263.1hTshepisong Switching Stationoverload-
16 Sept 20262.8hTshepisong Switching Station--
14 Sept 20261.1dTshepisong Switching Stationillegal connections-
12 Sept 20263.3hTshepisong Switching Stationdamaged pole-
11 Sept 2026-Tshepisong Switching Stationdamaged pole-

Time to restoration is measured from when the outage was first reported, not from when it began.

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What to Do During a Power Outage in TSHEPISONG

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

  • 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 011 490 7484 if it has not been reported yet.

Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in TSHEPISONG

Is there a power outage in TSHEPISONG right now?

No power outage is currently reported by City Power for TSHEPISONG, Johannesburg. This page updates every 10 minutes with live data from City Power. If your power is off, report it by calling 011 490 7484.

How do I report a power outage in TSHEPISONG?

Call City Power on 011 490 7484 to report a power outage in TSHEPISONG. You can also report online at citypower.co.za or follow @CityPowerJhb on X (Twitter) for updates.

How long do power outages last in TSHEPISONG?

Most unplanned power outages in TSHEPISONG 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 TSHEPISONG?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in TSHEPISONG right now. If your power is off, the issue may be local to your street or property. Call 011 490 7484 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 TSHEPISONG?

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

What number do I call for City Power in TSHEPISONG?

Call City Power on 011 490 7484 for power outages in TSHEPISONG. 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 011 490 7484 or citypower.co.za.

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