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Power cuts (load shedding) can occur at any time, sometimes for long periods: they affect telecoms, alarms, ATMs, petrol stations and traffic lights. Water cuts are also possible.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: South Africa
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- Government of Canada, Travel advice: South Africa · Source updated: September 28, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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