SA Army Engineers are coming to the aid of communities. Some in the North West haven’t had any running water to drink, let alone wash their hands to battle the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak.
Mining is one of South Africa’s key drivers for economic growth and employment, yet the sector has also had a serious toll on the environment. Mining’s impact on water, particularly acid mine drainage, is one that the sector must contend with....
“Assets are under threat due to lack of water, and this is often compounded by the fact that municipal fire services lack basic equipment like ladders, platforms and rescue vehicles,” adds Engelbrecht. Maintenance of fire hydrants Like most water...
The Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) invites professionals, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders across the water sector to contribute to one of the most important conversations shaping our region’s future – the WISA 2026...