Water infrastructure plays an important role in a country’s economic development and growth. As engineers, how far into the future do you plan? Willie: All water service authorities (WSAs) must produce a five-year water services development plan...
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...
To combat non-revenue water and leakages the Water Research Commission launched its Water Loss and Reduction Tools, these tools are based on evidence and data and speak to a real need of addressing leaks within the South African water system. The...
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...
