Department of Water and Sanitation

Gauteng Faces Water Crisis as Department Warns of Overuse

Gauteng faces water crisis as authorities warn residents and municipalities about dangerously high water usage well above sustainable…

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Government’s Plan to Address ARV-Contaminated Water in South Africa

Government's Plan to Address ARV-Contaminated Water in South Africa

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Vaal Dam Overflow: Deneysville Residents Evacuate as Fifth Sluice Gate Opens at Vaal Dam Causing Flood Risks

Deneysville Residents Evacuate as Fifth Sluice Gate Opens at Vaal Dam Causing Flood Risks

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Water and Sanitation Department Introduces Weevil Insects to Combat Invasive Plants in Hartebeespoort Dam

The Water and Sanitation Department has taken a novel approach to controlling this problematic plant. They have introduced…

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Vaal Dam Rises to 71% as Heavy Rainfall Boosts Gauteng’s Water Levels

Vaal Dam has surged from last week’s 61.3% to an impressive 71.08%. This improvement marks a substantial recovery…

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National Treasury and DWS Unite to Address Johannesburg’s Water Crisis

Collaborative Efforts to Tackle CoJ's Water Woes Johannesburg, South Africa – The City of Johannesburg's water crisis has…

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Gauteng Exceeds Water Allocation Limits for Over a Year: All Metros Surpass Agreed Targets Since October 2023

Gauteng's Water Consumption Crisis: Metros Breach Allocation Limits Amid Concerns Over Supply For over a year, Gauteng has…

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