The Rhine has dropped to its lowest level ever, making parts of Germany’s vital shipping route impassable for most cargo vessels.
The Western Cape’s water reserves have maintained their recovery momentum, with dam levels continuing to rise two weeks after devastating floods.
Cape Town has urged residents to save water after severe storms disrupted treatment plants and reduced drinking water production.
Western Cape dam levels have dropped significantly due to drought, prompting municipalities to implement water-saving measures and warn of restrictions.
Dam levels in Cape Town and the Western Cape have fallen below 50%, prompting concerns over water security amid low rainfall forecasts.