On Tuesday, 18 February 2025, the North Gauteng High Court in Pretoria temporarily ceased operations due to a power outage affecting the Tshwane Central Business District. The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) announced that the court's generators were non-operational, necessitating the closure. Affected parties were to be contacted regarding alternative arrangements for scheduled matters.

This incident follows a similar disruption on 13 February 2025, when the Gauteng Division of the High Court in Johannesburg closed at 11:00 due to ongoing water shortages in the area. The OCJ issued a notice apologizing for the inconvenience and stated that affected parties would be informed about alternative arrangements. These closures highlight the impact of infrastructure challenges on judicial operations in South Africa. The OCJ has expressed regret for the disruptions and is working to address the issues to prevent future occurrences.