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Power Outage in Mahikeng Town, North West

Power outage in Mahikeng Town - reported 3 hours ago
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Last checked: 26 Aug 2026, 15:30
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Current power outage affecting Mahikeng Town

ActivefireReported 3 hours ago
Started: today 12:08

A power outage is affecting customers in Mahikeng town, Industrial, Leopard park, Golf view, Lonely Park, Signal Hill, and Majemantsho following a fire at the Mafikeng Main Substation. The Fire Department is on site, and Eskom teams will assess damage once the area is safe.

Areas covered
Mahikeng townLeopard parkGolf viewLonely ParkSignal HillMajemantsho

Report a Power Outage in Mahikeng Town

Is your power off in Mahikeng Town 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 Mahikeng Town?

Unplanned fault
Most outages in Mahikeng 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 Mahikeng Town

Is there a power outage in Mahikeng Town right now?

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

How do I report a power outage in Mahikeng 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 Mahikeng 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 Mahikeng Town?

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

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