Gauteng’s water supply has been a topic of concern throughout 2024 since Rand Water’s October announcement that water supply might face critical issues if demand and usage do not decrease there has been increasing scrutiny of the water board and...
Gauteng’s water worries hit a new level this week with many residents complaining of no water due across Johannesburg. Johannesburg Water responded to the concerns by addressing the media on the 28th of November to outline their strategy for...
Intermittent supply, excessive use, and ageing infrastructure have left Gauteng’s residents worried about a ‘day zero’ scenario. The latest blow to confidence is the implementation of Level 1 water restrictions, which could be pushed up to Level 3...
Toilets today are roughly the same as the first flushing toilets invented in the 1800s. This unchanged tech is responsible for up to 85% of the water usage in commercial buildings. A newer technology in the toilet arena marks a genuine commitment...
Constrained water supply in Johannesburg is leading Johannesburg Water to implement aggressive demand management strategies. The ongoing dry period on top of a major interruption at Palmiet Booster Station has exacerbated the ongoing water woes in...
In the words of Minister of Water and Sanitation Pemmy Majodina, South Africa is a water-scarce country. We are facing many challenges in this sector and the question people ask is will we have water by 2030?” A frightening question, a sobering...
The bucket system, a toilet that requires the physical removal of the bucket to clean it, still plagues South Africa. To some, it is a symbol of old apartheid rule, while to others it is a symbol of how far we still have to go. by Duncan Nortier...
While many African countries benefit from mining’s growth, there remain concerns about communities adjacent to mines facing risks to their groundwater or surface water supply and resources – casting a spotlight on mines’ water stewardship...
Minister Pemmy Majodina prioritizes infrastructure investment, sustainable resource use, and effective water management. Building on her predecessor’s reforms, she aims to secure water as both a fundamental right and a catalyst for economic...
