Eskom has confirmed that certain parts of Gauteng will experience a scheduled load reduction from Monday, 27 October to Friday, 31 October 2025. The intervention aims to protect transformers and substations from damage caused by illegal connections and overloading.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The announcement comes as Gauteng passes six months without national load shedding, with Eskom working to sustain generation capacity and prevent regional outages.
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Load Reduction Explained
Load reduction differs from national load shedding. While load shedding balances supply and demand nationwide, load reduction targets local networks with excessive use or illegal connections.
It is a preventative measure to protect transformers from failure and prevent prolonged blackouts. Eskom carries it out during morning peaks (05:00–09:00) and evening peaks (17:00–22:00).
By lowering consumption during these hours, the utility protects the grid and allows technicians to restore balance more quickly when demand falls.
Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule (27–31 October 2025)
Morning: 05:00–09:00 | Evening: 17:00–22:00
Monday, 27 October 2025
| Time | Affected Blocks & Areas |
|---|---|
| Morning (05:00–09:00) | Block J: City of Johannesburg Rural Lakeside, Orange Farm Ext 1, 3, 8 & 7-East, Stretford Ext 2–10, Sharpeville, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Drumblade AH, Lakeside Ext 5, Balmoral Estates, De Deur, Evaton Central, Sebokeng Units 1, 7, 8, 11 & 12, Vosloorus Ext 2, 14, 25. Block F: Diepkloof Zones 1–6, Orlando East, Nomzamo, Magogwe Tar Village, Mocoseng, Phefeni Village, Shebelekwano Village, Kagiso Ext 12 & 14. |
| Evening (17:00–22:00) | Block I: Monise, Mokoena, Mavimbela, Zuma, Ramakonopi and Ramakonopi East, Radebe, Sali, Mngadi, Moseleke, Ndhlazi, Hlongwane, Spruit View Ext 1A, Mabuya Park, Vosloorus Ext 2–32, Likole, Moleleki, Zonkizizwe, Katlehong South, Magagula Heights. |
Tuesday, 28 October 2025
| Time | Affected Blocks & Areas |
|---|---|
| Morning (05:00–09:00) | Block C: Kopanong, Mabopane, Winterveldt, Jabulani, Dobsonville, Moletsane, Tladi, Emdeni, Naledi, Zola, Langaville, Tsakane Ext 1, 5, 9, 13, 18, Danville, Mmabatho, Braklaagte. |
| Evening (17:00–22:00) | Block D: Moroka, Dhlamini, Klipspruit, Chiawelo, Kagiso, Khutsong, Tsakane Ext 1, 3, 8, 11, 12, Langaville Ext 3. |
Wednesday, 29 October 2025
| Time | Affected Blocks & Areas |
|---|---|
| Morning (05:00–09:00) | Block G: Tsakane Ext 5 & 11, Zithobeni Ext 1 & 2, Bronkhorstspruit, Roodepoort, Rooipoort, Mabopane, Ga-Rankuwa Units 2–23, Soshanguve South Ext 1, Cullinan, Refilwe, Zonderwater, Rayton, Ekangala, Mmakau, Mokoena, Mopedi, Hlahatsi, Phooko, Phake. |
| Evening (17:00–22:00) | Block B: Dube, Meadowlands Zone 6–10, Luipaardsvlei, Hillsview, Mofolo South & West, Jabavu, Rietvallei, Slovoville, Cosmo City, Diepsloot, Zandspruit, Kagiso, Main Reef Areas, Gold Mine, Monaheng, Dinokana, Diepsloot Ext 1–3. Block J: Orange Farm Ext 1, 3, 7–East, Sharpeville, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Lakeside Ext 5, Balmoral Estates, Evaton, Sebokeng Units 1, 7, 8, 11, Vosloorus Ext 2, 14, 25. |
Thursday, 30 October 2025
| Time | Affected Blocks & Areas |
|---|---|
| Morning (05:00–09:00) | Block H: Vereeniging, Sharpeville, Beverley Hills-East, Boitumelo, Sebokeng Proper, Stretford, Westside Park, Sebokeng Units 2–19, Daveyton Ext 2–4, Etwatwa Ext 2A–33, Endicott, Wattville. |
| Evening (17:00–22:00) | Block I: Monise, Mokoena, Ramakonopi East, Radebe, Sali, Mfundo Park, Vosloorus Ext 2–32, Likole, Moleleki, Kwenele, Katlehong South, Magagula Heights. |
Friday, 31 October 2025
| Time | Affected Blocks & Areas |
|---|---|
| Morning (05:00–09:00) | Block F: Diepkloof Zones 1–6, Orlando East, Nomzamo, Magogwe Tar Village, Mocoseng, Phefeni Village, Shebelekwano Village, Kagiso Ext 12 & 14. |
| Evening (17:00–22:00) | Block J: Orange Farm Ext 1, 3, 7–East, Sharpeville, Tshepiso, Elandsfontein AH, Lakeside Ext 5, Balmoral Estates, Evaton, Sebokeng Units 1, 7, 8, 11, Vosloorus Ext 2, 14, 25. Block G: Tsakane Ext 5 & 11, Zithobeni Ext 1 & 2, Bronkhorstspruit, Mabopane, Ga-Rankuwa Units 2–23, Soshanguve South Ext 1, Cullinan, Refilwe, Ekangala, Mmakau, Phooki, Mopedi, Hlahatsi, Phake. |
Why the Schedule Matters
Scheduled load reduction helps residents plan. Families can charge devices, prepare meals, and adjust routines before the lights go out.
For small businesses, especially in townships, the timetable means better control of trading hours and less damage to electrical equipment. Predictable power cuts are safer and less disruptive than sudden outages.
Local safety also improves. Neighborhood watches and municipal teams can plan patrols and lighting schedules, keeping communities secure during outages.
Protecting Gauteng’s Power Network
Eskom continues to strengthen infrastructure through transformer replacements, substation upgrades, and the formalization of illegal connections. These initiatives form part of South Africa’s R2.2 trillion energy plan to modernize the national grid and expand renewable energy use.
City Power Johannesburg, the City of Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni are introducing smart grids to detect faults faster and reduce tampering.
What Residents Can Do
- Turn off non-essential appliances during peak hours.
- Use surge protectors to safeguard devices.
- Report cable theft or vandalism on Eskom’s Crime Line: 0800 11 27 22.
- Never tamper with meters; use certified electricians.
- Stay updated on Eskom and municipal announcements.
Building a Stable Energy Future
Load reduction is temporary but crucial for protecting Gauteng’s grid. It prevents long-term transformer damage and ensures power reliability. Investments in infrastructure today will lead to a stronger, fairer energy network tomorrow.
Stay Informed and Prepared
Check the latest Gauteng Load Reduction Schedule regularly and plan accordingly. Share verified updates in your community to keep everyone informed.
Small actions like switching off unused lights or reporting illegal connections play a big role in securing the grid. Preparedness and awareness will keep Gauteng powered and safe.
