The water and sanitation crisis affecting several towns in South Africa has led to broken pipes and maintenance holes, causing severe sewage issues that impact the lives and health of thousands of residents. This crisis is evident in towns like Sannieshof, Ottosdal, and Delareyville, where raw sewage has flooded parts of the local cemetery and forced some households to avoid using their toilets due to backflows from the blocked sewerage system.
Deputy Minister David Mahlobo has called for the acceleration of water projects in the Waterberg District during a recent multistakeholder water and sanitation engagement session held on May 9th, 2023, in Mokopane, Limpopo. This session brought together various representatives, including traditional leaders, provincial leadership of the Department of Water and Sanitation, mayors, municipal managers, and ward councillors from the local municipalities within the Waterberg District.
Cape Town, the secondlargest city in South Africa, is known for its beautiful landscapes and natural wonders. However, the city has been facing a significant challenge concerning the decline in water quality. Issues affecting the rivers, vleis, waterways, and wetlands have led to severe environmental problems, causing health hazards and affecting the quality of life of residents.
