There’s disagreement over the quality of water in Hammanskraal, with the City of Tshwane insisting it’s safe to drink. But the Human Rights Commission told residents at a community meeting, that it isn’t. The HRC says it intervened after receiving complaints from residents.
Why resilient, decentralised and circular water infrastructure is key to South Africa’s water security. South Africa doesn’t have a water crisis on the horizon. It has one right now. Ageing pipes, rapid urbanisation, erratic rainfall,...
The 18th of September is World Water Monitoring Day, held each year to promote public awareness around the importance of water quality by involving communities in water testing and monitoring. “Community participation is essential to preserving...
Johannesburg Water, on the 02 March 2026, commenced the commissioning of the new Brixton Reservoir, Tower and Pumpstation Complex. The technical team will burn the midnight oil to address snags and bugs on the system. The commissioning is expected...