Power outage in 6 areas around Berea

Started 12 Oct at 08:35. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 12 Oct 2026, 09:56 SAST

Started 12 Oct, 08:35 SAST

Map of areas affected by the power outage around Berea

6 areas affectedCommunity reports

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Outage continues

Electricity remains off on Robarts in Essenwood, Currie Road by the breadmill, and the other reported affected areas: Botanic Gardens, ML Sultan Road, near Carlislie, Bulwer Road, Steve Biko Road and Erskine Terrace, as well as Durban Central, Berea and Musgrave. Traffic lights are out in South Beach; electricity is reported back on in North Beach and Problem Mkhize, Essenwood.

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11 Oct, 20:0012 Oct, 19:00 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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