Notice is hereby given that the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has, in terms of Section 5 of the Local Government: Municipal Property Rates Act, reviewed its Property Rates Policy. On Tuesday, 31 March 2026, the Council of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality noted the reviewed Property Rates Policy for the 2026/27 financial year.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality invites communities, stakeholders and all interested parties to comment on the said document, which is available for inspection in all municipal libraries, Customer Care Centres, as well as at the IDP Office, ground floor, Noninzi Luzipho Building, cnr John Kani Road (previously known as Whites Road) and Baakens Street, Port Elizabeth, or click here to view the draft policy document online.

Comments on the reviewed Property Rates Policy for the 2026/2027 financial year may be hand delivered to the IDP office, which is situated in the Noninzi Luzipho Building, cnr of John Kani Road (Previously known as Whites Road) and Baakens Street, Port Elizabeth or emailed to idpoffice@mandelametro.gov.za.

All comments must be submitted by no later than Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

For further information regarding the public participation process:

Email - idpoffice@mandelametro.gov.za

POWER OUTAGE - KRAGGAKAMMA SUBSTATION

Thursday, 09 April 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that a power outage has occurred at the Kraggakamma, Walmer 1, and Walmer 2 substations following the tripping of the 22kV circuit breaker.

 Affected Areas:
* Sections of Walmer
* Sections of Springfield
* Sections of Greenshields Park
* Sections of Charlo
* Walmer Park Shopping Centre
* Moffett on Main Lifestyle Centre
* Surrounding areas

Restoration Update:
Technical teams are currently attending to the fault. Unfortunately, there is no estimated time for the restoration of power at this stage.

Further updates will be communicated as more information becomes available.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank residents for their patience and cooperation

POWER OUTAGE – NORTHDOWNS SUBSTATION

Wednesday, 01 April 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that a power outage has occurred at the Northdowns Substation following the tripping of the 6.6kV circuit breaker.

 Affected Area:
* Algoa Park

Restoration Update:
Technical teams are currently attending to the fault. Unfortunately, there is no estimated time for the restoration of power at this stage.

Further updates will be communicated as more information becomes available.

We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank residents for their patience and cooperation.

POWER OUTAGE – BETHELSDORP SUBSTATION

Wednesday, 01 April 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that a power outage has occurred at the Bethelsdorp Substation following the tripping of the 132kV circuit breaker.

 Affected Areas:
* Missionvale
* Bethelsdorp Road
* Arcadia
* Cleary Park
* West End
* Hartle-Algoa Frail Care
* Sections of Helenvale
* Surrounding areas

Restoration Update:
Technical teams are currently attending to the fault. Unfortunately, there is no estimated time for the restoration of power at this stage.

Further updates will be communicated as more information becomes available.

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank residents for their patience and cooperation.

REMINDER !!!

ELECTRICITY AWARENESS NOTICE
 Summerstrand | South End | Walmer

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality urges residents in affected areas to assist in protecting the electricity network during the current load rotation period.

The South End Substation is currently operating with only one 10MVA transformer, which is placed under significant strain, especially during power restoration and peak usage times.

When electricity is restored after load rotation, many households switch on major appliances at the same time. This creates a surge in electricity demand, known as cold inrush current, which can overload the network and lead to power trips, localised outages, and possible damage to electrical infrastructure.

Residents are encouraged to help reduce pressure on the system by switching off major appliances before power is restored and waiting a few minutes before turning them back on. During peak periods, only essential appliances should be used.

High-power appliances such as geysers, electric stoves and ovens, kettles, heaters, air conditioners, and pool pumps should not be switched on immediately when electricity returns. Your cooperation will help stabilise the network and reduce the risk of further outages.