Work to upgrade and modernise ageing water and sewer infrastructure is progressing steadily across Cape Town, the City of Cape Town said recently. The City said its pipe replacement programme plays a key role in saving water by reducing the risk of pipe bursts, especially important as dam levels remain under pressure. As of 30 April this year, the current overall dam level sat at 47,9%, according to the City.
Over the past eight months of the 2025-’26 financial year, nearly 47,7km of water pipes have been replaced, the City said. One of the areas where pipe replacement work is currently being done is Glenlily, Parow in the City’s Ward 2.
Patience requested
Residents here have been asked to be patient while the construction work is ongoing and expected to last until the end of June.
Roger Cannon, ward councillor, said last week that work is being done in several roads in Glenlily. During a site visit on Wednesday last week, Cannon pointed out that no water disruption will take place, as temporary pipes are being connected to the main valves while the work is being carried out. He said the current project in Glenlily should be completed by the end of June – ahead of the upcoming winter months.
The work is being carried out by contractor Martin & East.
Cannon said areas where holes are being dug, will be reinstated. He said the work is important as decade-old water pipes are being replaced with new ones which will serve the growing population of Parow.
Progress made
Zahid Badroodien, Mayco member for water and sanitation, said he is encouraged by the steady progress being made.
“Proactive maintenance remains one of the most effective ways to save water, which is especially important as we continue to manage dam levels in the face of uncertain rainfall.
“We thank residents for their patience and understanding while this essential work is under way,” Badroodien said.
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