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Rand Water calls for patience as critical maintenance disrupts supply in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and North West

Rand Water's critical maintenance work is causing water supply disruptions across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and North West, prompting officials to urge residents to remain patient as recovery efforts are under way.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Joburg allocates R6. 4 billion for infrastructure repairs and urban renewal

Johannesburg's Finance MMC unveils a R6. 4 billion budget for vital infrastructure repairs, including the rehabilitation of Lilian Ngoyi Street, promising improved urban safety and enhanced service delivery for residents

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Deadbeat dad’s failure to pay child support leads to imprisonment

A father faces 240 hours of imprisonment for failing to pay R16 000 in maintenance for his two children, as the Western Cape High Court rules in favour of the mother.

Cape Times News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Father sentenced to jail for failing to pay R16,000 in child support arrears

A father has been sentenced to serve jail time if he fails to pay R16,000 in maintenance arrears owed to his ex-wife for their two children, following a ruling by the Western Cape High Court.

Cape Argus News
Chevon Booysen|Published

Deadbeat dad’s failure to pay child support leads to imprisonment

A father faces 240 hours of imprisonment for failing to pay R16,000 in maintenance for his two children, as the Western Cape High Court rules in favour of the mother, highlighting the ongoing disputes between the divorced couple.

News Crime and Courts
Chevon Booysen|Published

Prepare for water shortages: Maintenance work in Tshwane set to begin

Rand Water's upcoming four-day maintenance at two pumping stations may lead to significant water supply disruptions across Tshwane. Residents are advised to prepare for potential shortages as the utility works to enhance network reliability.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Water shortages in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni: Essential information for residents

Urgent: Residents in Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni face significant water supply disruptions due to emergency repairs and planned maintenance by Rand Water, with no estimated restoration time. Prepare for potential shortages.

News South Africa
Loyiso Sidimba|Published

Soshanguve residents face water crisis amid planned maintenance

Soshanguve township residents are grappling with severe water shortages due to planned maintenance at the Hartebeesthoek Reservoir, with no clear timeline for restoration.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Bronkhorstspruit faces 11-day water shortage due to maintenance work

Residents of Bronkhorstspruit will face significant water shortages for 11 days due to planned maintenance at a local treatment plant, raising concerns about access for vulnerable community members.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

Legal dispute: Husband employs PI to challenge maintenance order for ex-wife with cystic fibrosis

A husband appeals a court order requiring him to pay maintenance to his ex-wife, claiming she is capable of working despite her cystic fibrosis diagnosis. The court hears evidence from a private investigator and medical professionals regarding her condition.

Cape Argus News
Zelda Venter|Published

Maintenance Battle: Man hires PI to prove ex-wife with cystic fibrosis can work

A husband appeals a court order requiring him to pay maintenance to his ex-wife suffering from cystic fibrosis, claiming she is fit to work.

News Crime and Courts
Zelda Venter|Published

ActionSA commends Tshwane mayor for service delivery improvements

ActionSA praises Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya for significant strides in service delivery, following a fact-finding mission that revealed improvements in previously neglected areas.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published