Power utility Eskom has restored supply to the Bedfordview substation, two days ahead of schedule.
Supply was restored to the substation and affected customers at about 22:00 on December 2.
“We would like to thank the team that worked tirelessly on the project, the support received from City of Ekurhuleni executive mayor Tania Campbell, the Bedfordview Ward 20 Councillor Jill Humpreys and the community of Bedfordview, which remained patient throughout this ordeal,” said Eskom Gauteng maintenance and operations manager Mashangu Xivambu.
The power outage in Bedfordview was a result of attempted cable theft, which is on the increase in Gauteng.
"The fight against theft and vandalism is ongoing and it requires partnership with more stakeholders, especially communities. Eskom will continue to investigate and implement alternative measures that will assist the utility to prevent theft and vandalism of its electricity infrastructure," he said.
Members of the public are urged to report criminal activities, such as illegal connections, theft and vandalism of electricity infrastructure to the authorities, or to the Eskom Crime Line on 0800 11 27 22.