Power Outage in Wellington, Western Cape
Past outages in Wellington
Outages previously reported for Wellington in official notices, newest first.
- 08 Sept 2026 - theft and vandalism - no restoration notice was posted
- 05 Sept 2026 - strong winds - no restoration notice was posted
Report a Power Outage in Wellington
Is your power off in Wellington and it is not load shedding? Report it to Eskom so they can dispatch a team.
When Will Electricity Come Back in Wellington?
- Unplanned fault
- Most outages in Wellington 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 Wellington
Is there a power outage in Wellington right now?
No power outage is currently reported for Wellington. 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 Wellington?
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 Wellington?
There is no active outage in Wellington 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 Wellington?
If your power is off outside the published load shedding schedule, Wellington is likely experiencing an unplanned outage - a fault, cable theft or equipment failure - not load shedding.
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