department of water and sanitation

The Unsung Heroes of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Workforce

Cape Town's bustling city depends on its dedicated workforce to keep vital infrastructures running smoothly. Among these workers are the…

1 year ago

Addressing the Cholera Outbreak in Hammanskraal

Cholera outbreaks are a common occurrence in areas with poor water quality and sanitation, and Hammanskraal is no exception. The…

2 years ago

Cholera Outbreak in Hammanskraal Raises Concern Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Cholera is a type of infectious diarrhoeal disease caused by Vibrio cholerae bacterium, which spreads through contaminated food and water.…

2 years ago

South Africa’s Water and Sanitation Department Unveils Ambitious Projects for 2023/2024 Budget

On May 16, 2023, South Africa's Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu, presented an ambitious budget of R40.291 billion…

2 years ago

Comprehensive Planned Water Supply Maintenance for Bellville and Surrounding Areas

The City of Cape Town's Water and Sanitation Directorate has scheduled a comprehensive planned maintenance work for the water supply…

2 years ago

South Africa’s Department of Water and Sanitation: An In-Depth Analysis of the 2023/24 Budget Vote

South Africa, a waterscarce country, faces several challenges in providing its citizens with access to clean water and sanitation services.…

2 years ago

Living Conditions at Bellville Paint City Camp for Refugees Continue to Deteriorate

Around 500 refugees, including 200 children, live in dire conditions at the Bellville Paint City camp in Cape Town. ##…

2 years ago

Water and Sanitation: Examining Rising Water Levels in Mpumalanga Province

Mpumalanga Province, located in the northeastern part of South Africa, has experienced a surge in rainfall that has resulted in…

2 years ago

Accelerating Water Projects in Waterberg District: Deputy Minister David Mahlobo’s Call to Action – An In-Depth Look

Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has called for the acceleration of water projects in the Waterberg District during a recent multistakeholder…

2 years ago

Comprehensive Assessment and Interventions for Water Supply Improvements in uMkhanyakude District

In May of 2023, Minister Senzo Mchunu of Water and Sanitation, along with Deputy Ministers David Mahlobo and Judith Tshabalala,…

2 years ago

South African Mining Houses Urged to Register Tailings Dams for Compliance with Dam Safety Regulations

Mining houses in South Africa are urged to register their tailings dams to ensure compliance with dam safety regulations. The…

2 years ago