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With increasing strain on the national grid, Eskom continues its load reduction initiatives across Gauteng. The Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule for 09 – 14 September 2026 outlines daily outages to reduce grid overload and prevent infrastructure failure.
Understanding this schedule allows households and businesses to prepare and avoid disruption. Below, you’ll find a clear day-by-day breakdown of affected areas, time slots, and expert advice to help you cope with the ongoing power management measures.
Why Load Reduction is Necessary
Load reduction differs from load shedding. It targets areas with high electricity losses due to illegal connections and infrastructure abuse. Eskom implements these cuts to protect transformers and prevent grid collapse.
Residents are encouraged to prepare for scheduled outages by unplugging devices, charging electronics, and planning essential activities outside affected hours.
Key Times to Note
For all affected areas, load reduction will take place during these timeframes:
- Morning: 05h00 – 09h00
- Evening: 17h00 – 22h00
Read more about Eskom’s latest advisory in Eskom Issues Urgent Warning to South Africans.
Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule
Tuesday, 09 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
|---|---|---|
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block B | Dube & Dube Ext 1, Mofolo (East, West, South), Meadowlands Zones 6–8, Meadowlands West Zone 9–10, Meadowlands East Zone 3–4, Luipaardsvlei, Riverside, Hillsview-East, Jabavu Ext 1–3 West, Rietvallei Ext 2–3, Slovoville Ext 1, South Roodepoort Main Reef Areas, Chiawelo, Cosmo City Ext 2–10, Sonnedal AH, Zandspruit Outlying, Twala, Ngema, Makalu, Moshoeshoe, Skosana Credi, Ncala A, Monaheng, Kotloung, Skosana, Dinokana, Diepsloot West Ext 1–3 |
| Block J | Orange Farm Ext 7-East, Orange Farm Ext 1–4,8, Stretford Ext 2–10, Sharpeville & Outlying, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Eikenhof, Lakeside Ext 5, Evaton & Evaton Central, Evaton Small Farms Block 1 and Supply, Sebokeng Units 1, 7, 8, 12, Sebokeng Unit 1-East and 11 East, Zonkizizwe, Katlehong South, Moleleki, Magagula Heights | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Block A | Ivory Park Ext 8 & 10, Kaalfontein Ext 1, 2, 5, Rabie Ridge, Duduza, Protea Glen Ext 4, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 2 East, 3 East, 1 West, 1 East, Protea Glen Outlying, Protea South Outlying, Westonaria NU-A, Protea City, Meadowlands Zones 1, 2, 7 West, Rietvallei Outlying, Kagiso Ext 12 & 14 |
Wednesday, 10 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block I | Vosloorus A & B, Vosloorus Ext 2–7, 9–11, 13–14, 16, 22, 23, 25, 26, 31–32, Spruit View Ext 1A, Mabuya Park A & B, Nguni Section A, Ap Khumalo, Moleleki, Kwenele |
| Block H | Vereeniging, Sharpeville, Sebokeng Units 3, 7, 12–14, 16–19, Beverley Hills-East, Boitumelo, Evaton, Stretford, Westside Park (East & West), Daveyton Ext 2–4, Swazi, Tsonga, Xhosa Sections, Breswol AH, Etwatwa Ext 2A, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9A, 10, 15, 21, 30–33, 36, Endicott, Wattville | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Same as above | Repeat of morning schedule |
Thursday, 11 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block J | Same areas as 09 Sept (Orange Farm, Stretford, Sharpeville, etc.) |
| Block G | Tsakane Ext 5 & 11, Klippan, Mabopane U & B, Mabopane U Ext 1, Mabopane Part 19 SP, Odinburg Gardens, Tsebe, Winterveldt Ext 3, Ward 11 & 9, Garankuwa, Monese, Mokoena, Moseleke, Palime, Tsolo, Phooko, Ramakonopi East, Mopedi, Motsamai, Hlahatsi, Phake, Ga-Rankuwa Unit 2 & 6, Vryburg, Diepsloot, Mathibestad | |
| Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof Zone 1, 2, 6, Orlando East, Soweto Nomzamo, Spruit View B, Spruit View Ext 1 B, Thabiso | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Same as above | Repeat of morning schedule |
Friday, 12 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block A | Same areas as 09 Sept evening |
| Block B | Same areas as 09 Sept morning | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Same as above | Repeat of morning schedule |
Saturday, 13 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block C | Dobsonville & Ext 5, 7, Naledi, Emdeni & Ext 2, Zola, Langaville, Tsakane Ext 15, 18, Mabopane C, E, U, W, V, X, Mabopane M Ext 2, Winterveldt Ward 2, 13, Jabulani, Moletsane, Tladi |
| Block D | Rethabiseng, Kudube, Moroka, Dhlamini, Klipspruit, Chiawelo, Kagiso, Khutsong, Tsakane Ext 1, 8, 11, 12, Langaville Ext 3 | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Same as above | Repeat of morning schedule |
Sunday, 14 September 2026
| Time | Block | Areas Affected |
| 05h00 – 09h00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof Zone 1, 2, 6, Orlando East, Soweto Nomzamo, Spruit View B, Spruit View Ext 1 B, Thabiso |
| Block I | Vosloorus A & B, all extensions listed for 10 Sept, Moleleki, Ap Khumalo, Kwenele, Mabuya Park A & B, Nguni Section A | |
| Block J | Orange Farm & all areas listed previously | |
| 17h00 – 22h00 | Same as above | Repeat of morning schedule |
Final Tips for Managing Load Reduction
- Charge phones and power banks before 5 AM and 5 PM
- Use gas or solar alternatives for cooking and lighting
- Turn off geysers and non-essentials during peak times
- Join community WhatsApp groups for updates
- Invest in small backup systems for routers and LED lighting
Learn how the SACP is standing up against rising electricity costs in SACP Opposes Eskom’s 8.8% Tariff Hike to Protect Poor and Working Class.
The Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule for 09 – 14 September 2026 ensures transparency in planned power outages. Staying informed helps you avoid unexpected disruption. Share this load reduction schedule with neighbours and colleagues, and follow Gauteng News for weekly updates.
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