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Transmission towers collapse in Nelson Mandela Bay causing outages
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Two transmission towers collapsed in Nelson Mandela Bay on Thursday, leading to widespread power outages and water disruptions affecting businesses and residents. The municipality is spending R10 million on repairs, with a revised 10-day restoration timeline. Community efforts have supported vulnerable individuals during the crisis.
A new municipal report shows that several prominent public buildings in Nelson Mandela Bay, including City Hall and the Feather Market Centre in Gqeberha, need urgent repairs due to structural damage and asbestos risks. The metro faces a R40-million bill to address maintenance backlogs.
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The Ministry of Mines and Energy issued resolution 40267 of 2026 to ensure gas supply during maintenance of the SPEC regasification plant in Cartagena, scheduled from July 30 to August 3.
Following the first phase of Rand Water's scheduled maintenance at Zuikerbosch, Johannesburg's water supply has seen significant disruptions, with low reservoir levels prompting controlled shutdowns in areas like Sandton, Midrand, and central networks. Officials briefed on recovery on December 17, with water tankers supporting affected residents amid ongoing phases.
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A new guide from How-To Geek outlines essential Linux commands to maintain system performance. The article focuses on simple tools for cleaning packages, clearing logs, managing startup applications, and monitoring overall health. Published on November 4, 2025, it aims to help users keep their Linux systems running efficiently.