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As South Africa gathers for the National Water Indaba to address nationwide shortages, Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero claims the city faces not a water shortage but infrastructure leaks, unveiling a comprehensive plan involving noise loggers and smart pressure management systems.
Members of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Johannesburg took to the streets on a rainy day, marching to the Joburg Water offices to demand a definitive plan from the water utility to address severe water supply issues that have plagued the city. Carrying banners and chanting slogans, the protesters highlighted the urgent need for action as water troubles reach a crisis point
Joburg Mayor Dada Morero announces the restoration of water supply across the city after weeks of shortages, addressing concerns over infrastructure and allegations of sabotage.
Joburg Mayor Dada Morero announces the restoration of water supply across the city after weeks of shortages, addressing concerns over infrastructure and allegations of sabotage.
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero recently issued an apology to the city's residents, assuring them that water would be restored to all areas within seven days after several weeks of supply disruptions.
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero addresses the ongoing water crisis, apologising to residents and promising full restoration of water supply within seven days, while outlining measures to alleviate shortages.
Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero addresses the ongoing water crisis, apologising to residents and promising full restoration of water supply within seven days, while outlining measures to alleviate shortages.
DA ropes in the South African Human Rights Commission to probe if the ongoing water shortages violate the Constitution
Johannesburg Water has called on residents to use water responsibly.
Department of Water said South Africa is building a new huge dam in Lesotho to bring more water into the integrated Vaal River system.
Residents of Johannesburg are grappling with severe water shortages, leading to widespread protests and demands for immediate government action.
Johannesburg Water announced water interruptions, set to start on December 6 until December 9. This is due to an upgrade at the Hector Norris pump station.
‘If load shedding was the gift from the previous administration, water shedding is the gift from this administration,’ said Bosa deputy president Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster.
No end in sight for the country’s water woes as municipalities across the country receive complaints from residents demanding reliable and consistent supply
In the unfolding clashes, some residents resorted to looting when they blocked three trucks transporting alcohol and emptied them.
The Democratic Alliance said it was a national embarrassment that the ConCourt had to shut down over water cuts.
Teams from Jhb Water and JMPD have been disconnecting illegal water connections in Lenasia.
Some parts of Gauteng have been without water for some time now. This is due to power outages at pumping stations. Joburg Water blamed Eskom for that.
In a statement, Moya stated that she reached out to the Chairperson of Rand Water to stress the urgency of this crisis and the immediate need for a resolution.
The DA had called for urgent upgrades after Gauteng water outages reveal major infrastructure weaknesses, impacting millions across Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni.
Eskom said it was disappointed by Joburg Water’s public statement detailing incorrect information.
Day zero is a critical point when a city's water supply is forecasted to be nearly exhausted, resulting in dry taps and a significant community crisis.
As Gauteng battles severe water shortages during a heatwave, urgent conservation measures are needed to avert disaster.
As Gauteng teeters on the brink of a water supply catastrophe, experts blame ageing infrastructure, excessive water loss, and climate change. Solutions remain elusive, with potential ‘Day Zero’ looming.