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Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile

Veronika Haulenga

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South Africa

DA Calls for Urgent Parliamentary Debate on National Water Crisis Amid Gauteng Shortage Concerns

To South Africa, where the DA has requested an urgent debate in Parliament on the ongoing national water crisis. This follows a warning from Rand Water in Gauteng about possible shortages if municipalities do not implement the necessary recommendations. The party’s George Michalakis calls for oversight of the national water task team and related departments, stating that the Gauteng provincial government has not acted quickly enough:  

today22 October, 2024 40

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Africa

South Africa’s Gauteng province launches water data hub – residents can now keep track of shortages and repair issues

    By Craig Sheridan, University of the Witwatersrand   South Africa is a water scarce country. In other words it has an excess of demand over available supply. It also has low water security – the ability to ensure sustainable access to good quality water. The country’s economic hub and biggest population centre, Gauteng province, has suffered sequential water crises that have been a blend of both factors, combined […]

today19 September, 2024 12

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Tiny weevils are waging war on the invasive water lettuce plant choking South Africa’s Vaal River

    By Julie Coetzee, South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity   Water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes L.), also known as Nile cabbage, is a free-floating aquatic plant from the family Araceae, the same family as the arum lily. It’s found on every continent except Antarctica and grows well in tropical to sub-tropical climates. Research suggests it may have originated in South America because it has natural enemies there which have […]

today10 April, 2024 43

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SA’s Rand Water Prevails in Court Against AfriForum’s Attempt to Halt Water Supply Reduction

AfriForum's court action to prevent Rand Water from reducing water supply to seven municipalities owing over three billion rand has been unsuccessful. AfriForum had applied to the High Court in Pretoria to order Rand Water to restore full water supply to the affected municipalities, citing far-reaching implications for the communities. The municipalities, located in Gauteng, Free State, and Mpumalanga, face reduced supply due to outstanding debts. Rand Water welcomes the […]

today28 March, 2024 15

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Democratic Alliance Urges Immediate Action on South Africa’s Water Crisis

The Democratic Alliance in South Africa is demanding urgent measures to tackle the country's water crisis. Chief Whip Siviwe Gwarube calls on President Ramaphosa to deploy the South African National Defence Force for logistical support and water distribution. Gwarube advocates for public-private partnerships and calls for police investigations into potential acts of sabotage exacerbating the crisis.

today19 March, 2024 6

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Gauteng Premier Urges Action Amid Water Crisis Threatening System Collapse

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi voices apprehension regarding the persisting water crisis in parts of the province. Rand Water issues a plea for residents to conserve water as the system faces severe strain, posing a risk of complete collapse. Specifically, water levels in the City of Tshwane plummeted below 30% over the weekend, prompting the urgent closure of water supply to specific reservoirs. Lesufi calls on stakeholders to address the situation […]

today18 March, 2024 37

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Water Shortages in Gauteng Lead to Health Concerns, Freedom Front Plus Raises Alarms

The Freedom Front Plus in Gauteng raises concerns over water shortages affecting parts of the province, including Mogale City Municipality in the West Rand. The damaged power system of City Power has rendered Rand Water’s Eikenhof Pump Station non-operational. Some residents are reportedly experiencing gastrointestinal disorders due to the water crisis. Amanda de Lange from the FF Plus highlights the challenges faced by elderly individuals who lack transportation to access […]

today12 March, 2024 31