WATER
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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.
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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.
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Water disruptions expected as City works on infrastructure
Planned maintenance by Cape Town may disrupt water supply in several areas. Residents are urged to store water and use it sparingly during this period
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Work to upgrade and modernise ageing water and sewer infrastructure
Cape Town’s pipe upgrade programme is on track, with nearly 12km of water pipes replaced in early 2026 to boost reliability and reduce water losses.
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GALLERY | Pupils learn of career options in the water sciences
Glendale High School hosted a STEM water careers day with speakers, interactive displays, and career guidance for students.
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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.
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Waterflow from Theewaterskloof Dam to Cape Town restored
Water flow from the Theewaterskloof Dam to the Blackheath and Faure water treatment plants has been restored after technical teams switched to manual control of the system.
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Cape Town issues urgent water alert after treatment plants shut down
The City experienced an interruption in the raw water supply from the Theewaterskloof Dam to both the Blackheath and Faure Water Treatment plants.
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Flow of water communications give councillors headaches
Frustrated councillors delivered a scathing assessment of the city’s water department during last month’s Subcouncil 12 meeting, accusing officials of lying to residents while poor communication between departments leaves communities…
