During the global COVID-19 pandemic, access to clean water for hygiene, safe sanitation and basic healthcare is more critical than ever. Experts say hand washing is the first line of defense in preventing Coronavirus, but millions do not have access to soap and water. To take the discussion further we are joined by Robert Kampala who is a regional director of Water Aid Southern Africa.
According to water security specialists – Talbot – the new SANS 241 is more than just a standard. It redefines drinking water management and is a tool for managing risk in a water-scarce future. “South Africa’s water landscape is changing, and with...
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) will host its annual Water and Sanitation Education Programme (WSEP) in Boksburg, Gauteng. Set to be held from 5–11 October 2025, the programme is aimed at inspiring the next generation of leaders in the...
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued a dam safety directive to address serious and ongoing safety risks at My Own Dam (publicly known as Senteeko Dam) in Mpumalanga. The directive, issued in terms of Section 118 of the National...