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Power Outage in Rainbow Lakes, KwaZulu-Natal

Power outage in Rainbow Lakes - no restoration notice yet
Reported 9 days ago. No restoration notice has been posted, so your power may already be back. If it is still off, report it again so the fault stays open.
Power outage
Last checked: 09 Oct 2026, 12:15
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Power off in Rainbow Lakes? Tell neighbours so others know.

Recent power outages affecting Rainbow Lakes

OverdueReported 9 days ago
Started: Wed, 30 Sept 16:25

Eskom KwaZulu-Natal confirms that supply has been restored to most customers. However, customers in Rainbow Lakes, Lamington and Bulwer may continue to experience intermittent supply while technical teams work to stabilise the network.

Areas covered
Rainbow LakesLamingtonBulwer

Report a Power Outage in Rainbow Lakes

Is your power off in Rainbow Lakes and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.

08600 37566 (Eskom contact centre)
Or via Eskom’s “Alfred” WhatsApp on 0860 037 566, or the MyEskom Customer app.

When Will Electricity Come Back in Rainbow Lakes?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Rainbow Lakes 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 Rainbow Lakes

Is there a power outage in Rainbow Lakes right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Rainbow Lakes. This page refreshes every few minutes. If your power is off and it is not load shedding, report it on 08600 37566.

How do I report a power outage in Rainbow Lakes?

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 Rainbow Lakes?

There is no active outage in Rainbow Lakes right now. If your power is off, the fault may be local to your street - call 08600 37566 to log it.

Is it load shedding or a power outage in Rainbow Lakes?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Rainbow Lakes is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.

OurPower is an independent information site. We are not affiliated with Eskom. This page reads public Eskom outage notifications and translates them into plain language. For official updates, call Eskom on 08600 37566.
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