South Africa’s water meters are governed by the Legal Metrology Act 9 of 2014, which is gazetted, binding, and leaves no room for ambiguity. Yet, illegal meters continue to flood tenders and municipal networks, draining billions through non-revenue...
With droughts, floods, and ageing infrastructure straining supply, safeguarding South Africa’s water resources is critical. The Borehole Water Association (BWA) says responsibly drilled and managed boreholes are vital to easing the nation’s ongoing...
The South African Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) published its revised set of Compulsory National Water and Sanitation Services Standards in June 2025 and is set to take effect in April 2026. This is one of the most comprehensive updates...
In hydrogeology, ‘groundwater age’ refers to the time since water infiltrated the subsurface. While conceptually useful, its interpretation in fractured or heterogeneous aquifers is complex, as mixing, dispersion, and variable flow paths can...
