The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that the 11kV circuit breaker at the Tamboville Substation tripped, resulting in a power outage affecting the following areas:
AFFECTED AREAS:
Tamboville Greenfields (TVG)
Surrounding areas
Technical teams have been notified and are currently investigating the fault. Further information will be shared as it becomes available.
We understand the inconvenience and frustration this outage may cause and sincerely thank affected residents and stakeholders for their patience and understanding during this time.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused
Published: 29 May 2026 CURRENT
POWER OUTAGE UPDATE – WOLFSON STADIUM
Friday, 29 May 2026
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that the 11kV circuit breaker at the Wolfson Stadium Substation tripped, resulting in a power outage affecting the following areas:
AFFECTED AREAS: * KwaZakhele * Zwide * Surrounding areas
Technical teams have been notified and are currently investigating the fault. Further information will be shared as it becomes available.
We understand the inconvenience and frustration this outage may cause and sincerely thank affected residents and stakeholders for their patience and understanding during this time.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
Published: 29 May 2026 CURRENT
WATER DISRUPTION UPDATE
29 May 2026
The NMBM is monitoring the situation in the affected areas and assessing what further improvements can be made. Currently, water is being pumped at the Kabah Water Works reservoir; however, the amount of water we are able to pump remains dependent on the high turbidity levels in the area.
Secondly, a burst pipe occurred in the Chatty area, which damaged the reservoir outlet. As a result, the entire Chatty reservoir supply zone has been affected. Water trucks will therefore also be deployed to assist residents in those affected areas.
Lastly, there is a burst pipe in New Brighton, which affected water supply to the area, which was successfully repaired yesterday. The system is slowly recovering; however, isolated pockets continue to affect the overall stability of the water supply. Operations teams are making continuous adjustments to restore and maintain water supply to residents as quickly as possible.
Water tanker positions will be shared timeously.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
Published: 29 May 2026 CURRENT
WATER DISRUPTION UPDATE
29 May 2026
The NMBM wishes to inform residents of water disruptions in the following areas: Jachtvlakte Chatty 11, 12, 13 and 12 (Qunu, Marikana) Reservoir Hills Parts of Khayamnandi (Winnie, Kingston) Parts of Joe Slovo West The disruption has been caused by a damaged pipe. The repair has already commenced and is expected to be completed later today. Water tankers will be deployed to the Jachtvlakte / Chatty area as well as the Reservoir Hills / Khayamnandi / Joe Slovo areas.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
Published: 28 May 2026 CURRENT
WATER DISRUPTION - KARIEGA
28 May 2026
The NMBM wishes to advise residents that the main outlet pipe from the Fairbridge Heights reservoir in Kariega has been shut to repair a leak. The shutdown has resulted in water disruptions in the following areas: Fairbridge Heights Strelitzia Park Winterhoek Park Vanes Estate Rosedale Mountain View Kamesh Tiryville Work has already commenced and should be completed later today. All available water tankers are being deployed.
Published: 22 May 2026, Resolved: 27 May 2026RESOLVED
POWER OUTAGE UPDATE – BETHELSDORP SUBSTATION
Friday, 22 May 2026
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality would like to inform residents that an 11kV circuit breaker at the Bethelsdorp Substation tripped, resulting in a power outage affecting the following areas:
AFFECTED AREAS: * Missionvale * Salt Lake * Surrounding areas
Technical teams have been notified and are currently investigating the fault. Further updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
We understand the inconvenience and frustration this outage may cause and sincerely thank affected residents and stakeholders for their patience and understanding during this time.
We apologise for the inconvenience caused.
Published: 19 May 2026, Resolved: 27 May 2026RESOLVED
NOTICE INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS
DO NOT SPEED IN POOR VISIBILITY (DUE TO RAIN, FOG, MIST OR SMOKE)
When mist or smoke reduces your visibility:
- Slow down immediately - Turn on your headlights (use low lights if available, but avoid high beams as they reflect light and reduce visibility) - Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead - Stop if visibility becomes too poor, pull over safely and wait until conditions improve
For assistance, call emergency number 041 585 1555 Safety and Security WhatsApp line 079 490 0480
Published: 19 May 2026, Resolved: 27 May 2026RESOLVED
NOTICE INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS
DO NOT SPEED IN POOR VISIBILITY (DUE TO RAIN, FOG, MIST OR SMOKE)
When mist or smoke reduces your visibility:
- Slow down immediately - Turn on your headlights (use low lights if available, but avoid high beams as they reflect light and reduce visibility) - Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead - Stop if visibility becomes too poor, pull over safely and wait until conditions improve
For assistance, call emergency number 041 585 1555 Safety and Security WhatsApp line 079 490 0480
Published: 19 May 2026, Resolved: 27 May 2026RESOLVED
POWER OUTAGE UPDATE – NEWTON PARK Tuesday, 19 May 2026 The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to update residents the power outage affecting parts of Newton Park and surrounding areas. Operators attended to the fault and investigations were conducted. Supply has since been restored to all affected customers, except for customers supplied by the Alexander Road Mini Substation, which remains off due to an existing cable fault and no available means of back feeding. AFFECTED AREAS: * Alexander Road Mini Substation customers Further updates will be communicated as information becomes available. Contact details: * 041 585 1555 (NMBM Emergency Response Number) * 079 490 0480 (NMBM Safety and Security WhatsApp Number) * 10111 SAPS * 041 506 5595 (NMBM Electricity and Energy) Your safety remains our top priority.
Published: 19 May 2026, Resolved: 27 May 2026RESOLVED
POWER OUTAGE UPDATE – NEWTON PARK Tuesday, 19 May 2026
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality wishes to inform residents that at 5th Avenue Newton Park, a 6kV circuit breaker has tripped, resulting in a power outage affecting parts of Newton Park and surrounding areas.
Operators are currently on site attending to the fault and conducting the necessary investigations and repairs.
AFFECTED AREAS: * Sections of Newton Park * Surrounding areas
Further updates will be communicated as information becomes available.
