Gauteng Electrical Infrastructure Load Reduction and Illegal Connection Mitigation

Under Implementation

Eskom is addressing a power supply crisis in Gauteng caused by illegal electricity connections and non-technical losses amounting to R7 billion annually. The crisis has led to load reduction measures across the province, affecting areas such as Zondi, Jabulani, and Zola, with prolonged and erratic power outages. The project involves tackling electricity theft, conducting transformer audits, targeted disconnects of illegal taps, infrastructure upgrades in hotspots like Soweto, Alexandra, and Diepsloot, and enforcement measures including fines and legal prosecution. The goal is to reduce load reduction hours, safeguard the electrical network, and improve service reliability.