Power Outage in Pennington, KwaZulu-Natal
Current power outage affecting Pennington
Mtwalume, Pennington, Bazley beach, Ifafa Beach, Ifafa, Qoloqolo, Malangeni and Elysium are experiencing power outages due to vandalism and cable theft at Sezela Substation; technical teams are on site working to repair the damages.
Report a Power Outage in Pennington
Is your power off in Pennington and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Pennington?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Pennington restore within 4-8 hours; a tripped feeder in 2-4 hours.
- Cable theft / vandalism
- 12-48 hours where a substation or mini-sub must be repaired.
- Storm damage
- Depends on access and number of faults; widespread damage can take over a day.
Frequently Asked Questions About Power Outages in Pennington
Is there a power outage in Pennington right now?
Yes, a power outage is currently reported in Pennington. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.
How do I report a power outage in Pennington?
Call Eskom on 08600 37566, via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app. Give your account number and address.
When will the electricity be back on in Pennington?
See the live status above for the latest estimate. Most unplanned outages restore within 4-8 hours; faults needing equipment replacement can take 12-48 hours.
Is it load shedding or a power outage in Pennington?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Pennington is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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