Gauteng residents will experience a scheduled load reduction between Monday, 9 February and Monday, 16 February 2026, with power interruptions planned during morning and evening peak periods. The schedule affects multiple residential blocks across Soweto, Orange Farm, Ekurhuleni, the West Rand, and Sedibeng. The information matters now because the affected hours coincide with work preparation, school routine,s and evening household demand.
ALSO READ: Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule – February 2026
Gauteng Load Reduction Timetable
Time slots
- Morning: 05:00–09:00
- Evening: 17:00–22:00
Monday, 9 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block E | Mapetla, Protea South, Chiawelo, Protea North, Nooitgedacht, Stinkwater, Naledi, Ruggraat, Nhlapo, Tshongweni, Mapanga |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof Zones 1, 2 and 6, Orlando East, Nomzamo, Spruit View, Thabiso |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm and extensions, Stretford extensions, Sharpeville and outlying areas, Tshepiso, Evaton, Sebokeng units listed, Zonkizizwe, Katlehong South |
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block A | Ivory Park Ext 8 and 10, Rabie Ridge, Duduza, Meadowlands Zones 1, 2 and 7 West, Rietvallei Outlying, Kagiso Ext 12 and 14 |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm and extensions, Stretford extensions, Sharpeville and outlying areas, Evaton, Sebokeng units listed, Zonkizizwe |
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block J | Orange Farm and extensions, Stretford extensions, Sharpeville, Sebokeng units listed, Zonkizizwe |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof Zones 1, 2 and 6, Orlando East |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block I | Vosloorus A and B, Vosloorus extensions listed, Mabuya Park A and B, Nguni Section A |
Thursday, 12 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block C | Dobsonville and extensions, Naledi, Mabopane sections listed, Winterveldt Wards 2 and 13, Emdeni, Zola, Tsakane Ext 15 and 18 |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block D | Rethabiseng, Kudube, Moroka, Dhlamini, Klipspruit, Khutsong, Tsakane Ext 1, 8, 11 and 12 |
Friday, 13 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block G | Tsakane Ext 5 and 11, Mabopane sections listed, Winterveldt Ext 3, Monese, Moseleke East, Diepsloot, Mathibestad |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block B | Dube, Mofolo West and South, Meadowlands zones listed, Luipaardsvlei, Riverside, Jabavu, Cosmo City extensions, Diepsloot West |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm and extensions, Stretford extensions, Sharpeville, Sebokeng units listed |
Saturday, 14 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block H | Vereeniging, Sharpeville, Sebokeng units listed, Evaton, Etwatwa extensions, Wattville |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block I | Vosloorus A and B, Vosloorus extensions listed, Mabuya Park A and B, Nguni Section A |
Sunday, 15 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block F | Cuba, Graceland, Havana, Jetta, Lakeside, Palm Springs, Diepkloof Zones 1, 2 and 6, Orlando East |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block J | Orange Farm and extensions, Stretford extensions, Sharpeville, Sebokeng units listed |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block G | Tsakane extensions, Mabopane sections listed, Winterveldt Ext 3, Diepsloot, Mathibestad |
Monday, 16 February 2026
| Time | Block | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| 05:00–09:00 | Block B | Dube, Mofolo West and South, Meadowlands zones listed, Luipaardsvlei, Cosmo City extensions, Diepsloot West |
| 17:00–22:00 | Block A | Ivory Park Ext 8 and 10, Rabie Ridge, Duduza, Meadowlands Zones 1, 2 and 7 West, Kagiso Ext 12 and 14 |
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
The scheduled outages affect high-impact daily periods, particularly morning preparation times and evening household demand. Several areas, especially those under Block J, appear multiple times during the week, increasing the likelihood of repeated disruptions.
Households and businesses in affected areas may need to plan activities, charging schedules, and operations around the listed windows.
FAQ: Gauteng Load Reduction (9–16 February 2026)
At what times will power be reduced?
05:00–09:00 and 17:00–22:00.
Are weekends included?
Yes. Saturday and Sunday are part of the schedule.
Why does Block J appear often?
Some blocks are scheduled more than once in the rotation period.
Does the whole block go off at the same time?
Yes. The listed time applies to all areas within that block.
Can the timetable change?
Yes. Updates may be issued if system conditions change.
What Happens Next
This timetable runs until Monday, 16 February 2026. A follow-up schedule is expected to confirm whether the same rotation continues or whether adjustments are introduced for the following week.
