Stay updated with real-time load shedding schedules across South AfricaWhether you’re looking for the Eskom loadshedding schedule or the loadshedding schedule for your municipality, we’ve got you covered. Start your search below.
Find The Loadshedding Schedule For Your Area
Eskom, South Africa’s main electricity provider, uses load-shedding to balance power supply and demand, crucial during grid strain from factors like generation capacity or maintenance.
Understanding Eskom Load-Shedding
Stages of Load-Shedding: Eskom has various stages of load-shedding, ranging from Stage 1 to Stage 8. Each stage signifies the severity of the power shortage and dictates how much power needs to be shed from the grid. Higher stages mean more areas will experience power outages, and for longer durations.
Schedules and Timing: Load-shedding schedules are usually available on Eskom’s website or local municipality websites. They indicate when specific areas will be affected by power cuts.
Impact on Daily Life: Load-shedding impacts both residential areas and businesses. It can disrupt daily activities, communication, traffic management, and industrial operations.
Loadshedding Schedules for Major Areas and Municipalities
| Province | Municipality | Major Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Gauteng | City Power | Johannesburg |
| Tshwane | ||
| Ekurhuleni | ||
| Mogale City | ||
| Western Cape | City of Cape Town | Stellenbosch |
| Drakenstein | ||
| George | ||
| Mossel Bay | ||
| KwaZulu-Natal | Durban | Pietermaritzburg |
| Newcastle | ||
| Ray Nkonyeni | ||
| Eastern Cape | East London | Port Elizabeth |
| Mthatha | ||
| Kouga | ||
| Mpumalanga | Nelspruit | Middelburg |
| Secunda | ||
| Lekwa | ||
| Thaba Chweu | ||
| Limpopo | Polokwane | Thulamela |
| Makhuduthamaga | ||
| Ba-Phalaborwa | ||
| Mokopane | ||
| Northern Cape | Springbok | Ubuntu |
| Kuruman | ||
| Gamagara | ||
| North West | Dr JS Moroka | JB Marks |
| Mafikeng | ||
| Free State | Bloemfontein | Maluti-a-Phofung |
| Dihlabeng |
FAQs
- How can I find out when load-shedding will affect my area?
- Check the Eskom website or your local municipality’s website for the latest load-shedding schedule.
- What can I do during load-shedding?
- Plan activities that don’t require electricity, ensure your devices are charged, and consider safety measures like keeping emergency lights ready.
- Is load-shedding a permanent situation?
- Eskom aims to reduce and eventually eliminate load-shedding through various measures, but it depends on improvements in generation capacity and infrastructure.
Load-shedding, implemented by Eskom, is crucial for maintaining the stability and integrity of South Africa’s power system. Though it presents challenges in daily life, staying informed about schedules, understanding the process, and being prepared can effectively mitigate its impact.
Eskom, in collaboration with the government, remains committed to developing long-term strategies to stabilize electricity supply and diminish the necessity for load-shedding.