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The South African Human Rights Commission has subpoenaed the Emfuleni Local Municipality after years of sewage spillage complaints dating back to 2022.
Despite spending over R200 million on sewage repairs over five years, Emfuleni residents continue to live in deplorable conditions with sewage overflowing into homes, streets, and public spaces. The DA has criticized the municipality's failed efforts and threatened to escalate the matter to the Human Rights Commission if urgent action isn't taken.
After a sewage pump station failure in Table View, the City of Cape Town has confirmed repairs, allowing evacuated residents to return home.
EThekwini Municipality's wastewater treatment works are operating without valid water use licences, raising concerns about compliance and service delivery.
Following a sewage pump station failure, City Fire and Rescue teams evacuated families in Table View as homes and streets flooded. Residents express frustration over the lack of action from local officials.
Residents of Marry Me Informal Settlements in Soshanguve express their frustrations over poor service delivery during an imbizo with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, highlighting urgent needs for improved infrastructure, job opportunities, and community safety.
Residents of Marry Me Informal Settlements in Soshanguve express their frustrations over poor service delivery during an imbizo with Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, highlighting urgent needs for improved infrastructure, job opportunities, and community safety.
In a landmark ruling, the Bloemfontein High Court has ordered Free State officials to stop sewage pollution within 60 days and implement a financial recovery plan for the troubled Mafube Municipality, stating that 'people deserve better' after years of constitutional neglect.
ActionSA raises alarm over an abandoned R3m sewage project in Orlando West, Soweto, leaving residents exposed to health risks and businesses struggling. The project, meant to resolve a decade-long drainage issue, has been standing idle since November 2024, with exposed holes posing dangers to children and motorists.
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.
Residents of uMhlanga are demanding accountability from the eThekwini Municipality as sewage spills threaten local health and the environment, prompting calls for improved infrastructure transparency.
Isipingo residents express frustration over ongoing service delivery failures during a meeting with municipal officials, demanding urgent solutions to pressing issues.
The uMngeni-uThukela Water Authority's ongoing water curtailments in eThekwini Municipality highlight the City's struggle with water management amidst significant losses in revenue
uMngeni-uThukela Water outlines a bold plan to invest over R15 billion in water infrastructure projects across KwaZulu-Natal, aiming to enhance water supply and wastewater treatment in the region
eThekwini Municipality is facing a significant water crisis, with Mayor Cyril Xaba revealing alarming statistics on water losses that have resulted in billions in lost revenue. Proposed solutions aim to address the urgent need for infrastructure repair and improved metering processes.
Overflowing sewage caused by a "large blockage" of fat, grease and rags has forced organisers to cancel a Bryan Adams concert in Australia, citing a threat to the arena's toilets.
In a remarkable display of environmental stewardship, around 100 volunteers, including international ASEZ members, removed approximately 2,000kg of waste from the Hennops River in just two hours, as part of the global 'Zero Plastic 2040' campaign.
Verulam businesses are grappling with a persistent sewage leak that has disrupted operations and raised concerns about public health, as local officials struggle to find a solution.
The eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement is set to lodge objections against the proposed two-year extension of an infrastructure surcharge, citing a lack of transparency and accountability from the eThekwini Water and Sanitation Unit.
Residents and civic leaders in Msunduzi are calling for urgent action to address the municipality's failing water and electricity infrastructure, highlighting the dire consequences of neglect and demanding a comprehensive plan for repairs
A crucial legal battle over eThekwini's sewage crisis has hit another roadblock as ActionSA accuses the DA of deliberately stalling court proceedings.
eThekwini Municipality postpones a crucial media meeting regarding wastewater treatment works, as residents voice serious concerns about environmental impacts and service delivery.
eThekwini Municipality addresses concerns over a viral video, confirming that the black bags seen in the footage contained silt, not sewage, and clarifying the circumstances surrounding the incident.
eThekwini Municipality is investigating allegations of illegal waste dumping in Mount Moreland Conservancy after a viral video raised concerns about sewage disposal. The municipality cautions against speculation while prioritising the health of residents.
eThekwini Ward 35 Councillor Bradley Singh reacts to a disturbing video of municipal workers allegedly dumping raw sewage in Mount Moreland Conservancy, raising serious concerns about environmental impact and accountability.