Tshwane schedule: Eskom implements load reduction to protect infrastructure
According to Eskom spokesperson Amanda Qithi, load reduction will be implemented during peak hours 05:00 to 09:00 and 17:00 to 20:00 to protect transformers and mini-substations from overloading.
Eskom has implemented load reduction measures in Tshwane to safeguard the integrity of the electricity distribution network.
This initiative aims to prevent transformer overloads caused by illegal connections and electricity theft, which have been identified as major contributors to infrastructure strain.
Load reduction differs from load-shedding. While load-shedding involves scheduled power outages due to insufficient national grid capacity, load reduction is a targeted approach to prevent local infrastructure damage.
According to Eskom spokesperson Amanda Qithi, load reduction will be implemented during peak demand periods, from 05:00 to 09:00 and 17:00 to 20:00 to protect transformers and mini-substations from overloading.
Affected areas in Tshwane include:
– Ga-Rankuwa units 2, 4, 5, 16, 20, 23, 25
– Ga-Rankuwa parts 4 SP and NU
– Mabopane blocks B, C, D, U, X, S, M, EW and CV
– Winterveldt wards 2, 6, 12, 13
– Mabopane U, R, Ext 18, Mabopane Part 19 SP
– Winterveldt Ext 3, wards 11 and 9
– Ga-Rankuwa units 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 17 and 23
– Ga-Rankuwa View Ext 1, Ga-Rankuwa Part 4 SP
– Hebron, Soshanguve Ext 1
– Kopanong Ext 1.
Residents are advised to consult Eskom’s official channels or local news outlets for detailed schedules and affected areas.
The power utility urges residents to co-operate by reporting illegal connections and electricity theft, which exacerbate the burden on the distribution network.
Here is the Gauteng load reduction schedule and areas affected for February:
Illegal connections and electricity theft burden transformer load.
While loadshedding remains suspended, Eskom implements load reduction during the morning and evening peak hours to avoid equipment damage. #LoadReduction schedules are available at…
— Eskom Hld SOC Ltd (@Eskom_SA) February 5, 2025
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