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Joburg Mayor | 'We don't have water shortages, we have leaks' - Water Indaba begins

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.

News Politics
Kamogelo Moichela|Published

eThekwini advances Water Turnaround Strategy to secure R3. 3 billion for critical infrastructure

eThekwini Municipality's comprehensive Water Turnaround Strategy is leading the national race for R3. 3 billion in infrastructure funding, promising relief for water-stressed communities while introducing five strategic pillars to transform water service delivery in the region.

News South Africa Kwazulu Natal
Zainul Dawood|Published

Opinion | How Artificial Intelligence can enhance water management in Cape Town

Explore how artificial intelligence can revolutionise water management in Cape Town, tackling challenges faced by local communities and governments.

Weekend Argus Opinion
Opinion|Published

The 14th IWA International Conference on water reclamation and reuse: A beacon of innovation in Cape Town

From March 16 to 20, 2025, Cape Town, South Africa, will host the 14th International Water Association (IWA) International Conference on Water Reclamation and Reuse.

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Partnered Content|Published

From crisis to hope: how SA communities are solving water shortages

From KwaZulu-Natal to the Western Cape, South African communities are implementing innovative solutions to severe water shortages, with new infrastructure projects and community-led initiatives showing promising results despite ongoing challenges.

News South Africa
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Johannesburg Water cuts supply to 15 gated communities over R2. 7 million debt

Johannesburg Water has disconnected 15 customers from gated communities and complexes in the south and north of Johannesburg and which collectively owe over R2. 7 million

News South Africa
Simon Majadibodu|Published

Crisis in Johannesburg: Will Ramaphosa's new group bring change?

President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of a new working group aims to address Johannesburg's escalating crises, but will it be enough to satisfy the demands of the Joburg Crisis Alliance?

Sunday Independent News
Sizwe Dlamini|Published