Power outage in 3 areas around Berea

Started 20 Oct at 04:13. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 20 Oct 2026, 07:40 SAST

Started 20 Oct, 04:13 SAST

Map of areas affected by the power outage around Berea

3 areas affectedCommunity reports

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Substation fire

A fire at Braamfontein Substation has caused an electricity outage affecting Braamfontein, Parktown, Parktown West, Wits University and surrounding areas. Emergency services are on-site; technical teams will assess the damage once access is granted.

2 back on0 off1 no recent reports

236 reports

Power offPower on

19 Oct, 21:0020 Oct, 20:30 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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