The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Mr Senzo Mchunu, along with the Premier of Gauteng, Mr David Makhura as well as the Mayor of Tshwane, Councillor Randall Williams, have restored the supply of water to the residents of Laudium and Kosmosdal in...
In its continuous efforts to enhance the delivery of good quality drinking water, the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reiterated its commitment to enforce compliance and implement legislative measures towards addressing water pollution...
Our very first Water Warriors feature introduces Gerrie Brink, his company – AQUAffection – and the #SurplusWater2025 movement that they started. With a growing global population, the demand for potable water increases daily. South Africa has moved...
Over 12 700 households in Maquassi Hills Local Municipality stand to benefit from the R118 006 349,65 Bulk Water Supply Scheme, funded by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS). The project is funded through the Regional Bulk Infrastructure...
In its continued efforts to bring water availability relief in drought-stricken Butterworth, the Department of Water and Sanitation in the Eastern Cape is fast-tracking the implementation of the Ngqamakhwe Regional Water Supply Scheme which aims to...
As South Africa battles the third wave of Covid-19 vaccinations and amidst the chaos, destruction, and looting that has taken place in parts of South Africa in recent weeks it’s easy to forget another looming catastrophe: a water crisis with...
According to the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) hydrological report of 19 July 2021, the Western Cape Water Supply System (WCWSS) which supplies water to Cape Town and the surrounding areas saw an uptick of over 1.5% week on week. This...
An expanding network of groundwater harvesting, and treatment facilities is fulfilling its promises to provide millions of litres of water to water-distressed communities around the country. By the end of June, the Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa...
With South Africa’s growing demand for water – and the impact of climate change on rainfall variability and water supply security – the need for a systematic approach to water stewardship in mining has never been greater. Water management has long...
