Department Of Water Affairs
latest news & developments
Why South Africa needs an independent water regulator
It would halt the abuse of taxpayers’ money in the water sector and ensure the efficient and effective utilisation of this precious resource
An El Niño away from water crisis
Outdated data, debt and mismanagement — Gauteng’s water plans predict a crisis. But it will be averted if people cut their water use by 30%
Equal access to water is paramount if South Africa is to change
Equitable access to the resource and the benefits derived from it are central to transformation
The other water crisis: Eastern Cape is in serious danger
In certain parts, the Eastern Cape crisis is worse than Cape Town — areas like the Gamtoos Valley don’t have supplementary water available.
Mokonyane rejects Outa’s claims of delay tactics in Lesotho water project
Outa says Mokonyane has "jeopardised" the water security for Gauteng by delaying the development of the LHWP II for more than two years.
SA may need to turn to private sector to solve its water crisis
Over R600-billion is needed over the next decade to fix poor infrastructure and extend coverage – but less than half of this is available.
R200m water plant opened in Nkandla
The IFP has accused the ANC of selectively using state resources to bring water to the Nkandla local municipality.
Bosveld Phosphates pollutes Kruger rivers, again
Bosveld Phosphates has leaked polluted water into the Selati River, which flows through the Kruger National Park.
Towards effective water management
South Africa is not blessed with a lot of water and is currently ranked the 30th driest in the world.
Addressing the water skills shortage
Rand Water Academy is to develop a pool of skilled and capable workers that contribute to the benefits and opportunities of economic expansion.
Focusing on SA’s water sector skills challenges
Approximately 70% of the gross domestic product of South Africa is supported by water from the Limpopo, Inkomati, Pongola and Orange Rivers.
Providing much-needed experience
In the water sector there has been a skills shortage and a lack of the technical capacity, hindering municipalities to deliver on infrastructure.
Mabeskraal: Our water troubles still run deep
The state claims 95% of people have access to water, but the water affairs department admits that only 65% have flowing water.
New water pipe in Madibeng, says department
The department of water affairs says a new pip has been installed in Madibeng to address the water shortage in the area.
Kruger Park toxic spill under control and investigation
A week-long spill is now under control, says SANParks, but the long-term effect on the environment is yet to be seen.