City Power announces planned maintenance outage impacting multiple Johannesburg suburbs on 18 May 2025

⚠️ Johannesburg Residents: Prepare for Scheduled Power Outage on 18 May 2025

City Power Johannesburg has announced a planned 8-hour power outage on Sunday, 18 May 2025, affecting several suburbs across the city. This interruption is part of essential maintenance work aimed at improving the reliability and efficiency of the electricity network.

Outage Details:

Date: Sunday, 18 May 2025
Time: 08:00 to 16:00
Purpose: Essential maintenance on the electricity network

Residents are advised to treat all electrical outlets as live during this period, as power may be restored earlier than scheduled.

🗺️ Affected Areas:

The following suburbs will experience power interruptions:

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REGION C
Public Announcement 📢

Customers are hereby reminded of a planned power interruption at Panorama Switching Station on Sunday, the 18th of May 2025. The power interruption will take place from 08h00 until 16h00. ^PC pic.twitter.com/tCcSiamE2D
— @CityPowerJhb (@CityPowerJhb) May 5, 2025

Please note: This list is based on the latest available information and may be subject to changes. Residents are encouraged to stay updated through official City Power channels.

🔌 How to Prepare:

To minimize inconvenience during the outage, consider the following tips:

Unplug Appliances: Disconnect all electrical appliances to prevent damage from potential power surges when electricity is restored.
Backup Power: Ensure that backup power sources, such as generators or uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), are functional and fully charged.
Emergency Lighting: Keep flashlights or battery-powered lights accessible.
Communication: Inform family members and neighbors about the scheduled outage.
Stay Informed: Monitor City Power’s official communication channels for real-time updates.