Load-shedding & power

Status checked on 14 November 2026

Eskom, South Africa’s electricity utility, reported on 6 November 2026 that the country had gone without national load-shedding since 16 May 2025. Its live status page also showed no load-shedding when checked for this guide. This is a dated snapshot, not a promise for your stay: local faults and other interruptions can still occur (check before you go).

Planning for an interruption

Ask your accommodation what its backup supply actually runs: lights, Wi-Fi, lifts, refrigeration and cooking may have different arrangements. Do not assume that a generator, inverter or solar installation powers everything. Confirm any essential access or refrigeration needs directly (check before you go).

EskomSePush (ESP), an independent outage-alert app, offers area schedules and community reports. Add your accommodation’s area, but check official notices and ask the venue if power fails. Keep a power bank charged and download directions before a day out.