Water
-
City’s R5 billion desalination plant in Paarden Eiland draws opposition fire
Cape Town’s R5 billion desalination plant at Paarden Eiland faces opposition over costs, site concerns, and the City’s troubled track record.
Source:
-
Western Cape dam levels continue to rise following devastating May floods
Western Cape dam levels rose to 71.47%, recovering from floods, while authorities warn of more severe weather impacting communities.
-
Devastating Cape storms cause rare surge in dam levels
Cape Town’s dam levels surged to 70.8% after rare May 2026 storms, ending early drought caution. Residents urged to keep saving water.
Source:
-
Water tank delivery in South Africa has stopped pipes getting fixed and opened the door to corruption – research
South Africa’s reliance on water tankers highlights municipal failures, causing inequality, environmental issues, and a need for long-term solutions.
-
Planned water maintenance to disrupt supply across Cape Town
Planned water maintenance across Cape Town from 7 to 10 April will cause outages and low pressure, with residents urged to store water in advance.
Source:
-
National disaster declared as Bay dam levels near critical mark
Nelson Mandela Bay residents have been urged to drastically reduce water usage as the region faces a severe water crisis.
Source:
-
Deputy minister calls for coordinated effort to tackle water challenges
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has called for academic institutions to play a central role in addressing South Africa’s water challenges through science-based interventions and innovation.
-
Government establishes crisis committee to tackle water shortages
South Africa is creating a National Water Resource Infrastructure Agency and crisis committee to combat water shortages and infrastructure issues.
-
Western Cape steps up fight against foot-and-mouth amid water concerns
Premier Winde gives update on foot-and-mouth disease response with 41 019 vaccines administered, while water security challenges persist across province.
Source:
-
Western Cape dam levels continue to decline amid dry conditions
Dam levels across the Western Cape have recorded a further decline as the province experiences sustained dry conditions.
