Residents in parts of CE 2, Vanderbijlpark, have been left without electricity following vandalism at the Penrose Mini-Substation, according to an update issued by Emfuleni Local Municipality on Thursday, 12 November.
The municipality confirmed that electricity supply had been successfully restored to consumers in CE 3 and CW 4. However, residents in affected parts of CE 2 remained without power following what the municipality described as criminal damage to the electricity infrastructure.
The affected areas include parts of Frikkie Meyer Boulevard, Penrose Street, Garnier Street, Everest Street, Alberti Street and Hawkshaw Street. According to the municipality, technicians were still sourcing the necessary materials to carry out repairs, with restoration efforts expected to continue on Friday, 13 November.
Emfuleni Municipality condemned the vandalism, warning that damage to electricity infrastructure inconveniences communities, delays repairs and places additional pressure on restoration efforts. The municipality further emphasised that the destruction of public infrastructure is illegal and will not be tolerated.
The latest incident comes amid ongoing electricity supply challenges across parts of Emfuleni, with infrastructure faults and cable-related problems also affecting restoration efforts in other areas.
Residents are encouraged to report electricity infrastructure vandalism and suspicious activities to the relevant authorities. The municipality apologised to affected residents for the inconvenience and said efforts to restore electricity were continuing.
