Power Outage in Tsutsumani, Johannesburg

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Power Outages Affecting Tsutsumani

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⏸ No recent updatereported 7d 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.
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Update - Mon, 17 Aug, 09:40
There is an outage update for Alexandra Substation.
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Restored - Tue, 18 Aug, 07:31
Power supply is fully restored to customers along 12th to 16th Avenue, between Roosevelt Street and Hofmeyer Street.
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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.
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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.
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Update - Tue, 18 Aug, 08:55
City Power is streaming live at the Alexandra Electricity Imbizo to discuss electricity challenges with residents.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Other outages in this area

Reports from nearby suburbs in the same City Power service area. Not necessarily affecting Tsutsumani directly.

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🔧 Investigating1d ago- Alexandra

The team has located the fault at Gresswold Substation, and trenching work is underway with restoration work at 90%, affecting customers in Wynberg and Bramley Park.

Bramley ParkWynbergBramleyGresswoldKew

Cause: Faulty cablesource

Timeline (8 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 18:20
89% of power supply has been restored in Bramley Park and Wynberg; the remaining percentage affecting Kew will remain off until access is granted.
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Update - Fri, 21 Aug, 18:43
89% of the power supply has been restored in Bramley Park and Wynberg, but Kew will remain off until access is granted to the property owner.
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Update - Sat, 22 Aug, 11:03
The team has restored 90% of affected customers, and is locating the fault affecting the remaining 10% in Wynberg and Bramley Park.
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Update - Sat, 22 Aug, 13:24
The team has located the fault at Gresswold Substation, and trenching work is underway with restoration work at 90%, affecting customers in Wynberg and Bramley Park.
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Upcoming Planned Power Outages

📅 Plannedannounced 22h ago- Alexandra

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

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Cause: Planned maintenancesource

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When Will Electricity Come Back in Tsutsumani?

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

Power Outage History for Tsutsumani (Last 90 Days)

City Power reported 10 outages affecting Tsutsumani in the last 90 days. Most faults traced back to the Alexandra Substation substation (9 of 10). The most common cause was overload.

Date	Duration	Substation	Cause	Also affected
12 Aug 2026	10.6h	Alexandra Substation	overload	Far East Bank, East Bank, Alexandra
11 Aug 2026	2.2d	Alexandra substation	overload	Alexandra, Far East Bank, East Bank
11 Aug 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	overload	River Park, Alexandra
11 Aug 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	-	Far East Bank, East Bank, Alexandra
10 Aug 2026	7.7h	Alexandra Substation	overload	Far East Bank, East Bank, Alexandra
25 Jul 2026	2d	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	River Park, Alexandra
22 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	vandalism	Alexandra, River Park
20 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	overload	Far East Bank, East Bank, Alexandra
20 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	cable fault	Alexandra, Far East Bank, East Bank
16 Jul 2026	-	Alexandra Substation	overload	Far East Bank, East Bank, Alexandra

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What to Do During a Power Outage in Tsutsumani

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

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 Tsutsumani

Is there a power outage in Tsutsumani right now?

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

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

How long do power outages last in Tsutsumani?

Most unplanned power outages in Tsutsumani 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 Tsutsumani?

City Power has not logged an active electricity outage in Tsutsumani 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 Tsutsumani?

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

What number do I call for City Power in Tsutsumani?

Call City Power on 0114907484 / 0860562874 for power outages in Tsutsumani. You can also report faults online at citypower.co.za or WhatsApp the relevant SDC channel for your area.

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