Kensington in Cape Town is undergoing a major infrastructure transformation, moving from overhead electricity lines to an underground system. This project involves replacing over 5,500 metres of overhead electricity conductors and 42 transmission poles with 5,315 metres of underground cabling. The project is set to improve the reliability of infrastructure, area aesthetics, and safety. It is projected to be completed by April 2024 and is part of the City of Cape Town’s efforts to mitigate chronic loadshedding and rampant vandalism. The benefits of transitioning to an underground power infrastructure are manifold, including enhanced reliability, improved safety, and boosted visual appeal.
