Power Outage in Ext 5, Limpopo

Planned power maintenance in Ext 5 under way

Work runs until 18 October 2026. Power is interrupted at times during this period, not continuously - see the details below for affected streets.

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Last checked: 08 Oct 2026, 17:15

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Power off in Ext 5? Tell neighbours so others know.

Recent power outages affecting Ext 5

PlannedmaintenanceAnnounced 1 hour ago

Window: today 16:00 - Sun, 18 Oct 20:00

Eskom informs customers in Manningburg, Ext 5, Tsamahanse, Mapolankeng, Masenkeng, Loss My Cherry, Masakaneng, Mapane, Las Vegsa, Shutting, Mesopotamia, New Town, Kgapamadi, Mzihlompe, Home 2000, Home 10000, Meshasheni, Parktown, WM Kgatla, Motsinoni, Moshakga, Makaba, Sebabane, Mohlakong, Bodube, Mamphakathi, Burkina Faso, Mandela Park, Rapitsi, Eitieleng, Meloding, Tshabelang Matswale, and Mthembeka of a planned electricity supply interruption on 18 October 2026 from 05:00 to 20:00 due to maintenance at Ga Kgapane Substation.

Areas covered

ManningburgExt 5TsamahanseMapolankengMasenkengLoss My CherryMasakanengMapaneLas VegsaShuttingMesopotamiaNew TownKgapamadiMzihlompeHome 2000MeshasheniParktownWM KgatlaMotsinoniMoshakgaMakabaSebabaneMohlakongBodubeMamphakathiBurkina FasoMandela ParkRapitsiEitielengMelodingTshabelang MatswaleMthembeka

From the City's announcement

Window ends: 18 Oct 2026, 20:00 (Eskom estimate)

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Timeline

First reported - 08 Oct, 16:00
Expected restoration - 18 Oct, 20:00

Report a Power Outage in Ext 5

Is your power off in Ext 5 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 Ext 5?

Unplanned fault: Most outages in Ext 5 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 Ext 5

Is there a power outage in Ext 5 right now?

No power outage is currently reported for Ext 5. 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 Ext 5?

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 Ext 5?

There is no active outage in Ext 5 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 Ext 5?

If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Ext 5 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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