Gauteng load reduction schedule for 7–13 April 2026: Full timetable and affected areas

Gauteng residents should brace for continued scheduled power interruptions this week as Eskom rolls out localised load reduction across the province. From 7 to 13 April 2026, specific communities will experience outages during both morning and evening peak periods, with disruptions lasting up to five hours in some areas.

While national load shedding remains suspended, these rotational cuts target high-pressure networks where infrastructure is under strain, meaning thousands of households still face daily interruptions.

Why load reduction is happening

Unlike load shedding, which is applied nationally, load reduction is localised. Eskom implements it in areas where demand exceeds capacity due to:

• Overloaded networks in high-density communities
• Illegal electricity connections increasing demand
• Ageing infrastructure prone to failure

Eskom emphasises that load reduction is necessary to prevent equipment damage and prolonged outages. Without these measures, power interruptions could be far more severe and unpredictable.

Daily outage windows

For the week of 7–13 April 2026, two main daily windows are affected:

• Morning: 05:00 – 09:00
• Evening: 17:00 – 22:00

Full Gauteng load reduction timetable

Tuesday, 7 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block A – Ivory Park, Rabie Ridge, Protea Glen
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block B – Meadowlands, Cosmo City, Diepsloot

Wednesday, 8 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block C – Mabopane, Dobsonville, Naledi, Tsakane
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block D – Moroka, Kagiso, Khutsong, Chiawelo

Thursday, 9 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block F – Diepkloof, Orlando East, Soweto
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block I – Vosloorus, Katlehong, Spruit View
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block J – Orange Farm, Sharpeville, Evaton

Friday, 10 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block G – Tsakane, Mabopane, Winterveldt
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block H – Vereeniging, Sebokeng, Daveyton

Saturday, 11 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block J – Orange Farm, Sharpeville, Evaton
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block I – Vosloorus, Katlehong, Spruit View
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block E – Mapetla, Protea South, Naledi

Sunday, 12 April 2026

• 05:00 – 09:00: Block D – Moroka, Kagiso, Tsakane
• 17:00 – 22:00: Block C – Mabopane, Dobsonville, Naledi

Areas most affected

Some communities appear repeatedly in the weekly rotation:

• Orange Farm and surrounding extensions
• Vosloorus and Katlehong
• Soweto (Diepkloof, Orlando East, Naledi)
• Tshwane (Mabopane, Winterveldt, Soshanguve)
• Sedibeng (Vereeniging, Evaton, Sebokeng)

Residents in these areas may experience multiple interruptions, especially during early morning and evening hours.

What this means for Gauteng households

Even with national load shedding suspended, load reduction continues to impact daily life:

• Morning routines and evening activities may be disrupted
• High-density areas are most affected
• Electricity reliability varies locally, not nationally
• Outages can last four to five hours depending on demand

FAQ: Gauteng load reduction April 2026

Is load shedding active?
No. Load shedding remains suspended, but localised load reduction continues.

How is load reduction different from load shedding?
Load shedding is national; load reduction targets specific overloaded areas.

How long are outages?
Between four and five hours depending on location.

What times are affected daily?
05:00 – 09:00 (morning) and 17:00 – 22:00 (evening).

Can the schedule change?
Yes, Eskom may adjust the timetable depending on network conditions and demand.

Eskom will maintain rotational load reduction as infrastructure constraints persist across Gauteng. Residents should monitor official updates for changes to affected areas or outage durations to plan accordingly.