Power Outage in New Town, Limpopo
Current power outage affecting New Town
Eskom is currently attending to an unplanned power outage in Manningburg, Old Manningburg, Manningburg Ext 5, Tshamahansi, Los My Cherry, Kgapane Ext 7, Las Vegas, Mapulankene, Kgapamadi, New Town, Park Town, Mzihlophe, Home 2000 and Maapana following the tripping of the Ga-Kgapane 11kV breaker. Technical teams are on-site investigating the cause and working to restore supply. Due to rainy weather conditions, an estimated time of restoration cannot be confirmed.
Report a Power Outage in New Town
Is your power off in New Town and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in New Town?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in New Town 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 New Town
Is there a power outage in New Town right now?
Yes, a power outage is currently reported in New Town. See the live status above for the latest cause and any restoration estimate.
How do I report a power outage in New Town?
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 New Town?
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 New Town?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, New Town is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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