Daveyton Residents Brace for 10-Hour Eskom Power Cut as Network Maintenance Gets Underway

A long day without electricity for parts of Daveyton

Residents in parts of Daveyton will need to plan carefully this Friday as Eskom switches off electricity for up to 10 hours to carry out essential maintenance work on its distribution network.

The power utility has confirmed that the planned outage will take place on Friday, 19 December, from 8am to 6pm, affecting several sections of the township. While planned interruptions are never welcome, Eskom says the work is necessary to keep the local electricity network stable and to reduce the risk of sudden, unplanned outages in future.

For many households and small businesses in Daveyton, a full day without power is more than an inconvenience. It means rearranging work-from-home schedules, finding alternative ways to cook, and keeping food cold during the peak of the festive season.

Which areas will be affected?

According to Eskom, the outage will impact customers in the following sections of Daveyton:

• Chris Hani

• Sigodi

• Thulani

• Railway

• Kombisa

• Barcelona

Eskom says the entire 10-hour window is required to complete the work safely and efficiently, with technicians carrying out maintenance on key distribution power lines in the area.

Why Eskom says the outage is necessary

Eskom has stressed that this is planned maintenance, not load shedding. The utility says the work forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen infrastructure and improve long-term reliability.

In simple terms, doing maintenance now helps prevent bigger faults later the kind that can leave areas without power for days when equipment fails unexpectedly. While residents often express frustration over repeated power interruptions, Eskom maintains that scheduled work is one of the few ways to stabilise ageing infrastructure.

Safety warning for residents

Eskom has urged residents to remain cautious throughout the outage period. Even when the power is off, electrical points and appliances should be treated as live.

This is especially important when electricity is restored, as power can return without warning. Sudden surges can damage appliances or pose a safety risk if plugs and switches are not handled carefully.

Community reaction and what to expect

Planned outages like this often spark mixed reactions on local community WhatsApp groups and social media pages, with residents sharing reminders, asking about generators, and warning neighbours to charge devices early.

Eskom has also warned that the plan could change if unforeseen circumstances arise, meaning the maintenance may be delayed or adjusted at short notice.

The utility has apologised for the inconvenience and thanked residents for their patience, acknowledging the disruption while insisting the work is necessary to keep the lights on in the long run.

For Daveyton residents, Friday will be a test of preparation and patience, as Eskom works behind the scenes to keep the local grid running.

{Source: The South African}

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