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Power Outage in Madiba, Limpopo

Power outage in Madiba - reported 4 hours ago
breaker tripping
Last checked: 30 Aug 2026, 10:16
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Power off in Madiba? Tell neighbours so others know.

Current power outage affecting Madiba

Activebreaker trippingReported 4 hours ago
Started: today 06:54

Eskom Limpopo is attending to an unplanned power outage caused by a breaker tripping at Chloe Substation, affecting multiple areas. Technical teams are on-site, and the estimated time of restoration is not yet available.

Areas covered
Chloe TibaneBorataeloMoetariMabopaneHasiemaTibane FonteinJunoProspectBoslagteSitumongSiralengSidieMahwaiSeloloPhethulePhofuDibengKgomoschoolNtlolane MponeBorokongKototongGaramalapoVlakfonteinRamobolaRamoswanaChloe 1CloesdamMainelengManamelaWashpankKalkspruitLeptlakoBersagNalediJupiterVenusMadietanePhomolongMamphuloSeralaneLepotakoVergzehtUtsaneMadinyaneMandelaMatlapaKgshaBoetsiMoshateMarsGlenrooiChristinaMapedingBelleskuitMaoneSewahlengManyapeMatlatlengMonotwaneMadibaMapangulaMonotaneMauneGland RoyMathalineMashashane MoshateMapatengGakgashaSegoraUtchani

Report a Power Outage in Madiba

Is your power off in Madiba 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 Madiba?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Madiba 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 Madiba

Is there a power outage in Madiba right now?

Yes, a power outage is currently reported in Madiba. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.

How do I report a power outage in Madiba?

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 Madiba?

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 Madiba?

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