The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in KwaZulu -Natal has committed to overseeing the speedy implementation of water infrastructure projects across the province as water storage levels continue to decline.
The province’s dam levels have declined week-on-week to around 52%. According to DWS spokesperson Sputnik Ratau, the decline of water levels remains a serious concern as residents in some parts of the province continue to experience the dire effects of drought. Ratau stated that the country as a whole has not fully recovered from the 2014 drought, with dam levels dropping drastically in most parts of the country. Last week’s heat wave served to exacerbate the situation. In response, the DWS is implementing long-term measures to assist the situation.Additional Reading?
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