Power Outage in Khayelitsha, Western Cape
No power outage reported in Khayelitsha
Checked Eskom at 06:38 SAST
Past outages in Khayelitsha
Outages previously reported for Khayelitsha in official notices, newest first.
- 13 Sept 2026 - no restoration notice was posted
- 31 Jul 2026 - vandalism, theft - no restoration notice was posted
- 12 Jul 2026 - illegal connections, theft, vandalism - power restored
- 29 Jun 2026 - multiple faults - no restoration notice was posted
- 22 Jun 2026 - Cable Theft, Vandalism - no restoration notice was posted
Report a Power Outage in Khayelitsha
Is your power off in Khayelitsha and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Khayelitsha?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Khayelitsha 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 Khayelitsha
Is there a power outage in Khayelitsha right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Khayelitsha. 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 Khayelitsha?
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 Khayelitsha?
There is no active outage in Khayelitsha 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 Khayelitsha?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Khayelitsha is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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