A transformer fire at the Seboka Substation damaged critical equipment, forcing Eskom to implement rotational power cuts to manage supply while repairs take place.
Eskom's Gauteng Cluster newsletter, Connect, confirmed the schedule was necessitated by the transformer fire and would run initially from 8 to 11 July. Eskom has since confirmed the arrangement will continue until 12 July, as the replacement of the damaged transformer is still in progress.
The rotation affects Sebokeng Zones 3, 6 and 7, as well as parts of Zone 7B. Supply is cut in four-hour blocks throughout each day, rotating between the different zones so that no single area goes without power for the full period.
Eskom has urged customers to treat all electrical appliances and installations as live throughout the load rotation period. The utility warned that supply may be restored without prior notice, meaning any appliances left switched on could power up unexpectedly.
Eskom acknowledged the inconvenience caused by the rotating outages and said it is working to restore normal supply as soon as possible. The utility cautioned that circumstances beyond its control could still affect implementation, meaning the schedule may not always run exactly as planned.
We will continue to provide updates as work progresses, Eskom said, thanking customers for their patience while repairs continue.
Sebokeng is a large and densely populated township in Gauteng. Residents rely heavily on Eskom for their daily needs. The load rotation has caused inconvenience to many.
Eskom apologises for the disruption and said that the replacement of the transformer will take place as soon as possible.
According to Eskom, the utility has invested heavily in the Seboka Substation, which supplies power to a significant portion of Sebokeng. The investment aimed at ensuring reliable power supply to the area.
However, the transformer fire has forced Eskom to re-evaluate its plans. The utility has urged customers to remain patient as it works to restore normal supply.
In the meantime, customers are advised to switch off all electrical appliances when not in use and to avoid overloading the local network when power is restored.
Eskom's spokesperson said that the utility is working around the clock to restore power supply to affected areas.
The utility has promised to provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.
Eskom's emergency response team is on the ground to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected customers.
The utility has also set up an emergency hotline for customers to report any issues or concerns.
Customers can contact Eskom's customer care centre for more information on the load rotation schedule and any other queries they may have.
Eskom's focus is on restoring power supply to affected areas as soon as possible while ensuring the safety of all customers.
The utility has thanked customers for their patience and cooperation during this difficult time.
In the coming days, Eskom will continue to work around the clock to restore power supply to Sebokeng and the surrounding areas.
The utility has also promised to provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.
Eskom's emergency response team is working tirelessly to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected customers.
The utility has set up an emergency hotline for customers to report any issues or concerns.
Customers can contact Eskom's customer care centre for more information on the load rotation schedule and any other queries they may have.
Eskom has invested heavily in the Seboka Substation, which supplies power to a significant portion of Sebokeng. The investment aimed at ensuring reliable power supply to the area.
However, the transformer fire has forced Eskom to re-evaluate its plans.
The utility has urged customers to remain patient as it works to restore normal supply.
Customers are advised to switch off all electrical appliances when not in use and to avoid overloading the local network when power is restored.
Eskom's spokesperson said that the utility is working around the clock to restore power supply to affected areas.
The utility has promised to provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.
Eskom's emergency response team is on the ground to assess the situation and provide assistance to affected customers.
The utility has set up an emergency hotline for customers to report any issues or concerns.
Customers can contact Eskom's customer care centre for more information on the load rotation schedule and any other queries they may have.
Eskom's focus is on restoring power supply to affected areas as soon as possible while ensuring the safety of all customers.
The utility has thanked customers for their patience and cooperation during this difficult time.