High E.Coli levels threaten SA’s river systems, warn activists

Gloria Motsoere, Eyewitness News, 16 March 2023

The water action initiative, WaterCAN, said it is exploring laying criminal charges against the City of Johannesburg and the eThekwini Municipality over the amount of Escherichia coli (E.coli) found in some rivers. Read More

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SA municipalities owe Water & Sanitation Dept more than R23bn for water

Nokukhanya Mntambo, Eyewitness News, 15 March 2023

Department of Water and Sanitation director general Sean Phillips said that municipalities across the country owe the department in excess of R23 billion for water. Read More

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Mchunu says Gauteng has enough water despite shortages in some municipalities

Nokukhanya Mntambo & Gloria Motsoere, Eyewitness News, 14 March 2023

Department of Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu said that Gauteng has adequate bulk water security, despite water shortages in some municipalities. Read More

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City of Tshwane warns residents of 12-hour water supply disruptions

Veronica Mokhoali, Eyewitness News, 14 March 2023

Some City of Tshwane residents have been warned they may experience water supply disruptions for up to 12 hours after Rand Water announced that it will carry out two maintenance projects. Read More

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Petrol price to rise and diesel to drop in April

Staff Writer, Times Live, 13 March 2023

Another petrol price increase awaits motorists next month, but the price of diesel is expected to drop. Read More

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Load shedding leading to increased cost of living: Expert

SABC News, 13 March 2023

Concerns are mounting over the potential total collapse of the national grid. Read More

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