Power outage in 2 areas around Rietfontein

Started 12 Oct at 19:26. No recent reports. Restoration was not confirmed. Check area statuses.

By ESP · Community outage updatesSummary updated 12 Oct 2026, 20:18 SAST

Started 12 Oct, 19:26 SAST

Map of areas affected by the power outage around Rietfontein

2 areas affectedCommunity reports

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Outage again

A 132 kV trip is affecting Moot areas, with crews attending and the cause unknown. In Wonderboom South, power was back for 10 minutes before going off again in 18th Avenue and De Beer Street; the Capital Park 1 line trip is also affecting Mayville, K1, K2, K3, Pumulani and Pyramid substations, plus 50% of Waltloo, with the team attending and the ETR unknown.

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8 reports

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12 Oct, 03:0013 Oct, 02:00 SAST

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

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