Power Outage in Rainbow Lakes, KwaZulu-Natal
Recent power outages affecting Rainbow Lakes
Customers in Howick Falls, Bulwer town, Nkwezela, Nkelabantwana, Ndawana, Donnybrook, Mahwaqa, Makholweni, Underberg, Stepmore, Rainbow Lakes, Inkunzi, KwaMpande, Umsunduzi, Khobongwaneni, Taylors, Gudlintaba, eHashini, Qanda and Dindi will experience a planned power outage on 26 August 2026 from 04:00 to 18:00.
- First reported - 25 Aug, 05:55
- Expected restoration - 26 Aug, 18:00
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.
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.
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