Internet outage in 2 areas around Berkshire Downs

Started 12 Oct at 17:00. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 12 Oct 2026, 22:24 SAST

Started 12 Oct, 17:00 SAST

Map of areas affected by the internet outage around Berkshire Downs

2 areas affectedCommunity reports

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Cable damage

Metrofibre reports an internet outage in Motalabad, also affecting Berkshire Downs, since 3. A picture reportedly suggested a TLB may have hooked the cables.

0 back on0 off2 no recent reports

18 reports

No internetConnected

12 Oct, 07:0013 Oct, 06:00 SAST

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ESP automatically summarises community reports to help neighbours follow local outages. Reports may be incomplete, and restoration estimates can change.

“No recent reports” does not confirm that service is back. All times are South African Standard Time (SAST).

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