Part of the explanation for the water scarcity in the country is that South Africa is currently faced with a drought. eNCA takes closer look at to what extent that accounts for the challenges that communities are facing.
The cost of a water meter is minimal compared to the overall expense of a water reticulation system (pipelines, valves, labour, and construction). Yet, it’s the only component that generates revenue for water boards and municipalities, making...
The scope of South Africa’s NRW has become a sticking point for the sector generating much private-sector interest, especially in the case of applying new technology as a solution. Xylem, an industry leader in smart water technology, hosted a...
With South Africa being a water-scarce country, widespread adoption of climate-smart farming practices requires concerted efforts to educate and support farmers, particularly small-scale producers, says SRK Consulting. Over 60% of water use in the...