City Power announces essential maintenance in Johannesburg with a scheduled power cut on 7 June 2025. See affected areas and times.
Johannesburg residents are advised to prepare for a planned 6-hour power outage scheduled for Saturday, 7 June 2025, as City Power Johannesburg embarks on essential maintenance of its electrical infrastructure. The temporary blackout will affect 12 key areas serviced by the Fort Substation and will last from 08:30 to 14:30.
The power utility emphasised that the scheduled interruption is part of a routine maintenance program aimed at improving electricity reliability and long-term service delivery.
“The interruption is necessary to do essential maintenance work on our network, which is part of our program of constantly striving to provide a better service,” said the City in a public statement.
Johannesburg Areas Affected (Fort Substation):
Residents, businesses, and public facilities in the following areas are expected to be affected:
- San Hancock Street
- Edith Cvale Street
- De Korte Street / Simmonds Street Civic Theatre
- Klein Street
- East Avenue (Pretoria Gate CNP Pretoria and Clarendon)
- Constitutional Court
- Civic 3
- Constitutional Court No. 2
- Constitutional Court No. 1 – Queens Street
- Hospital Street
- Civic
- Braam Park
Whether you’re a local café owner in Braamfontein or visiting the Constitutional Hill precinct, it’s advisable to plan ahead, especially if you rely on electric security systems, WiFi, or refrigeration.
Why the Maintenance Is Important
According to City Power, this maintenance forms part of preventative care to curb future unplanned outages. It helps identify and fix worn-out components, boost grid reliability, and avoid costly emergency repairs down the line.
Regular maintenance ensures improved service delivery, helping to stabilise supply in one of Gauteng’s most densely populated and economically active hubs.
Related: CBD Repairs After Underground Fire
Meanwhile, repairs are still ongoing after an underground fire in the Joburg CBD caused by suspected illegal mining activity, commonly referred to as Zama Zama operations.
The fire broke out on Saturday, 31 May 2025, in a tunnel between Fordsburg and Bree Substation, cutting power to more than 15 areas, including:
- New Stock Exchange
- Bank City No. 2
- Pritchard Street West & East
- Jeppe Street West
- Bree Street East & West
- Kerk Street Central & East
- De Villiers Street
- Von Brandis Star
- OLL Southern Sun
- Newtown Junction 1
- President Street West
- JCI Buildings
City Power is currently investigating the fire, with early signs pointing to illegal mining operations—a recurring issue linked to infrastructure damage in the city.
“Our teams are still hard at work, exploring ways to restore supply using backfeeding options,” City Power added.
What This Means
Power outages, planned or not, have a ripple effect. Here’s how you can prepare:
- Charge devices ahead of time.
- Keep your fridge and freezer closed during the outage.
- Use battery-powered lighting or candles with caution.
- Plan to avoid affected areas if you rely on public transport powered by electric systems.
Business Impact
Cafés, shops, and co-working spaces may also be operating on limited capacity or closed entirely.
Location & Timing Snapshot
📍 Affected Substation: Fort Substation
🗓 Date: Saturday, 7 June 2025
🕣 Time: 08:30 – 14:30
🔗 More Info: www.citypower.co.za
Final Note
While disruptions are inconvenient, scheduled maintenance is key to a more reliable grid. Johannesburg continues to face growing pressure from urban expansion, illegal mining, and ageing infrastructure. Proactive measures like these are a step toward long-term energy resilience.
Stay updated with City Power and follow alerts to keep your household or business ahead of any disruptions.
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