Power outage in 9 areas around Alberante

Started 20 Oct at 03:03. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 20 Oct 2026, 08:08 SAST

Started 20 Oct, 03:03 SAST

Map of areas affected by the power outage around Alberante

9 areas affectedCommunity reports

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Outage

The ongoing power outage affects Alberton, including Alberante, Florentia, New Redruth, Verwoed Park, South Crest, the CBD, part of Radhart, New Market and Alrode. The Energy Department is aware and will investigate; an ERT will be provided once the cause is established. Protesting and rioting are reported in New Redruth. Power is reported off again on Somerset Road in Alberante.

7 back on0 off2 no recent reports

1 635 reports

Power offPower on

19 Oct, 18:0020 Oct, 17:30 SAST

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ESP automatically summarises community reports to help neighbours follow local outages. Reports may be incomplete, and restoration estimates can change.

“No recent reports” does not confirm that service is back. All times are South African Standard Time (SAST).

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