Eskom has confirmed that adverse weather conditions are severely disrupting electricity supply in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and the Free State. The utility issued an update on Sunday, 28 December 2025, warning of slower restoration times due to flooded areas, damaged infrastructure, and unsafe terrain.
Although major disruptions in the Eastern Cape have largely been resolved, Eskom teams remain active in areas such as Tzaneen and Mashashane in Limpopo, where infrastructure repairs are ongoing.
What Happened
Heavy rain and storms during the festive season have led to widespread power faults nationwide. Eskom says its technicians are working around the clock but access to some affected communities remains restricted due to damage and flooding.
Official Response
Eskom has deployed teams to the hardest-hit areas. “Despite these challenges, Eskom teams are working round the clock to restore supply safely and as quickly as possible,” the utility stated.
The public is urged to treat all electricity infrastructure as live, even if power appears to be off.
Community Impact
Residents in affected provinces are likely to experience extended outages, especially in rural and hard-to-reach areas. While Eskom has restored many areas, it did not provide estimated timelines for full recovery.
CONFIRMED FACTS
- Statement issued by Eskom on 28 December 2025
- KZN, Limpopo, and Free State remain worst affected
- Eastern Cape major disruptions have been resolved
- Eskom teams active in Tzaneen and Mashashane
- Public warned to treat networks as live
