South Africa retains its status as the most unequal nation globally. While this assertion may appear unbelievable, it holds true when considering the Gini coefficient of 0.63 recorded in 2023. This metric serves as a persistent reminder of one of...
Back-up water storage tanks are often only considered when there is already a crisis, such as warnings of impending water restrictions, infrastructure damage caused by a flood, or notice of extended periods of water interruptions due to planned...
When a drought forced the Tennessee Valley Authority to reduce its hydropower generation, it lost in the region of $300 million. And when a Coca-Cola plant in India started to compete with local farmers for water resources, it eventually shut down....
South Africa faces a formidable challenge as it contends with one of the driest climates globally, averaging a mere 464mm of rain annually, far below the global average of 786mm. The severity of this crisis is heightened by the climate catastrophe,...
In the shadow of South Africa’s industrial heartland and densely populated regions looms a water crisis of unprecedented proportions, poised to compound the nation’s economic struggles. Rand Water, Africa’s foremost bulk-water...
The Public Protector, Kholeka Gcaleka, has commended the City of Tshwane Metro for its strides in tackling the longstanding issues of water and sanitation in Hammanskraal. During her recent on-site inspection of the Rooiwal sewage treatment plant,...
Water shortages persist in various areas of Johannesburg, prompting scrutiny over the city’s infrastructure and management practices. Experts attribute the ongoing crisis to the aging infrastructure and financial mismanagement within...
In parallel developments, the Gauteng Department of e-Government (GDeG) has disclosed that the country generates a staggering 360,000 tons of e-waste annually, with the province contributing a significant 55% share to this volume. “Consumers...
A newly-imported demo waste compactor model, designed especially for developing countries by German equipment manufacturer BOMAG, is being trialled in South African conditions by EnviroServ Waste Management. The 37.5-ton compactor, with a Cummins...
Modelling in the water sector contributes to efficient resource management, improved infrastructure design, and better decision-making – ultimately leading to sustainable water use and environmental conservation. By Kerry Grimmer, principal...
