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.

POWER OUTAGE – TOLLGATE SUBSTATION

Friday, 27 March 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that a power outage has occurred at the Tollgate Substation (Algoa Rd 1 & Algoa Rd 2) following the tripping of an 11kV circuit breaker.

Affected Areas:
* Mid Drosty
* Lower Market
* Law Court
* 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.

LOAD ROTATION SCHEDULE – ELECTRICITY SUPPLY UPDATE
Friday, 27 March 2026

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that the following load rotation schedule indicates when electricity will be ON for domestic groups in the affected areas. Residents are encouraged to take note of the time slots to better plan their daily activities.

 GROUP 2
 12:00–14:00
 Areas to be ON:
Mc Arthur Dr, Caulfield Cres, Winchester Rd, Bellemore, Messels Rd, Kritzinger Str, Kuruman Kloof, Summerwood School (Skegness Rd), Jenvey Rd, Pearson Str
2nd Ave, Skegness Rd, 3rd Ave, Dunant Park, Berkley Court, Strand View, Marine Hotel, 6th Ave, Something Good Roadhouse (Marine Dr), Pick n Pay Pantry & surroundings, Torquay Str, Bognor Rd, Tiran Rd, 10th Ave, Cape Marina, 9th Ave, Retief Plain, Summer Seas, Scarborough Str, Admiralty Rd, Somerson, Holiday Inn, Pine Lodge, Cape Recife Lighthouse, Cape Recife Waterworks
Arlington Steve Biko Area.

 GROUP 3
 14:00–16:00
 Areas to be ON:
Boardwalk Casino
Summer Dunes, Borghorst Str, Alashan Dr, Bellevue Court (Golden Terrace & surroundings), Ski Boat Club, Noordhoek
2nd Ave, Strandfontein Rd & U.P.E
Arlington Airport Valley.

 GROUP 4
 16:00–18:00
 Areas to be ON:
Humewood Area, Humewood Rd, Humerail, Mc Arthur, Beach Rd, Courtyard Hotel & surroundings, Paxton Hotel, Road Lodge & surroundings, Slipway, Happy Valley, Garrison Str
Oceanarium, La Roche Str, King Close, Brooks Hill Rd, Pavilion Area, Slipway, Happy Valley, Garrison Str, Red Windmill, Bandle Rd, Marine Towers
Sakasonke, Walmer Location, Victoria Dr, Walmer Links, Walmer, Deyton Court, 8th Ave, Prospect Rd & surroundings.

 GROUP 1
 18:00–20:00
 Areas to be ON:
Summer Fields Str, Strandfontein Rd, Gommery Road, Summer Dunes, S A Wool & SAWTRI and surroundings
Bullbring Rd, Maritz Rd, Ruben Str, Admiralty Rd, Red Cross Home & surroundings, Louis Botha Str, Cerebral Palsy, P.E Technikon (Technikon Village)
Arlington Driftsands, Lovemore Park (DLP), Miramar, Pari Park, Providentia, Schoenmakerskop (DSK), Schoenmakerskop Village, Walmer 9th Ave Area.

 GROUP 2
 20:00–22:00
 Areas to be ON:
Mc Arthur Dr, Caulfield Cres, Winchester Rd, Bellemore, Messels Rd, Kritzinger Str, Kuruman Kloof, Summerwood School (Skegness Rd), Jenvey Rd, Pearson Str
2nd Ave, Skegness Rd, 3rd Ave, Dunant Park, Berkley Court, Strand View, Marine Hotel, 6th Ave, Something Good Roadhouse (Marine Dr), Pick n Pay Pantry & surroundings, Torquay Str, Bognor Rd, Tiran Rd, 10th Ave, Cape Marina, 9th Ave, Retief Plain, Summer Seas, Scarborough Str, Admiralty Rd, Somerson, Holiday Inn, Pine Lodge, Cape Recife Lighthouse, Cape Recife Waterworks
Arlington Steve Biko Area.

  GROUP 3
  22:00–00:00
 Areas to be ON:
Boardwalk Casino
Summer Dunes, Borghorst Str, Alashan Dr, Bellevue Court (Golden Terrace & surroundings), Ski Boat Club, Noordhoek
2nd Ave, Strandfontein Rd & U.P.E
Arlington Airport Valley.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation while efforts continue to manage electricity supply across the metro.