UPDATE | Mbombela CBD’s power restored

The power outage was due to a faulty cable at the Anderson Substation.

Bongekile Khumalo

May 6, 2025

The City of Mbombela’s work crew on-site to locate the faulty cable on Monday, May 5. > Photos: Supplied/City of Mbombela

The City of Mbombela’s workmen at the Anderson Substation have restored the power after an outage was experienced from Sunday, May 4, at 20:35, until midnight on Tuesday, May 6, due to a cable fault.

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The City of Mbombela’s spokesperson, Joseph Ngala, said the technicians were able to begin switching on at midnight.

Ngala said residents should report any individual power issues to the municipality’s call centre.

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