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93% of identified pit toilets in public schools successfully eradicated – Siviwe Gwarube
11th March 2025 By: Thabi Shomolekae

Despite the success of eradicating over 93% of identified pit toilets in public schools across the country, the Department of Basic Education said that the eradication of pit toilet infrastructure... 


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Vaal dam reaches full capacity, DWS slows outflow
11th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

As the water levels of the Vaal dam reach 101.51%, the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has reduced the outflow of water from 61.2 cubic metres a second (mᵌ/s) to 40 mᵌ/s as inflows... 


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CoJ welcomes Presidential Johannesburg Working Group formation
10th March 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa’s call for the city to urgently focus on resolving long-standing challenges, including financial sustainability, inner-city... 


Geyser manufacturer highlights local plumber shortage
Geyser manufacturer highlights local plumber shortage
10th March 2025 By: Tracy Klückow

With South Africa commemorating World Plumbing Day on March 11, local water heater manufacturer Kwikot emphasises the significant skills shortage in the country’s plumping sector amid rapid urban... 


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Vaal dam water levels near 100%
6th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The water level of the Vaal dam has reached 98.99%, with the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), in line with its flood management plan, slowly releasing some water to ensure balance between... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa notes Gauteng’s pivotal role, as he undertakes service delivery oversight engagement
6th March 2025 By: Sashnee Moodley

Following oversight visits to Mpumalanga, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo, President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday met with the Johannesburg Metro Council, as part of the seventh administration’s priority... 


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AWSISA calls for measures to combat water pollution
6th March 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (AWSISA) is calling for decisive action against polluters as it raises concern over the continued pollution of water sources by... 


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South Africa takes over presidency of the Federation of African Engineering Organisations
5th March 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa, represented by the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), was, on March 5, officially inaugurated into the presidency of the Federation of African Engineering Organisations... 


TIA fostering innovation for climate change adaptation
5th March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

With climate change a top priority for government, the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) has been involved in climate change research and developing tools to help South Africa adapt to climate... 


Mogalakwena Municipality gets sewerage service delivery
Mogalakwena Municipality gets sewerage service delivery
4th March 2025

( Virtual Showroom ) Mogalakwena Municipality, a local municipality within the Waterberg district of Limpopo, is putting its latest asset – a combination high-pressure jetting and vacuum truck... 


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IVRS water storage levels rise, along with consumption
3rd March 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Integrated Vaal River System’s combined surface water storage has reached 92.5%, above average for this time of year. This is an improvement on the 90% recorded a year ago and 84.6% last week,... 


Engen launches Aquaponics Project in Cala, Empowering Learners and Community with Sustainable Food Solutions
Engen launches Aquaponics Project in Cala, Empowering Learners and Community with Sustainable Food Solutions
28th February 2025

Engen is proud to announce the launch of an innovative Aquaponics project at Khanyisa Special School, in collaboration with Green Arch Innovations Pty Ltd.  Spearheaded by entrepreneur Luvo... 


Stability in governance the linchpin of South Africa’s water security
24th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Stable governance is essential for ensuring water security, and the success of bulk water provision is premised on stable accounting authorities, specifically boards of directors. “The consequences... 


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Minister convenes urgent meeting over eThekwini water challenges
24th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Amid ongoing water supply disruptions across eThekwini, in KwaZulu-Natal, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina and Deputy Minister David Mahlobo convened an urgent meeting last week to... 


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Gauteng metro water consumption declines, but remains above target
24th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The water consumption across Gauteng’s metropolitans have declined week-on-week; however, the volumes remain above the required water-use efficiency targets, with yearly allocation by the... 


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Budget speech delay indicative of a ‘robust democracy’ – economist
21st February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The unprecedented delay in South Africa’s Budget speech this week reflects several positives for the country and, if the country is able to leverage infrastructure spending and tackle structural... 


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South Africa’s dam levels rise as above normal rainfall persists
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s overall dam levels have increased week-on-week from 80.6% to 81.2% as above-normal rainfall persists. The Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS’s) hydrology report on the status... 


Cape Town adopts treated effluent irrigation, offers industry low price to take up supply
21st February 2025 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town is commissioning treated effluent irrigation connections at a number of city recreation and parks facilities in a move it says will likely save between 2.5-million and... 


30-day extension to register dams with a safety risk
21st February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Owners of unregistered dams that meet the criteria for classification as a safety risk have until February 28 to register their dams. This followed a 30-day extension from January 29 approved by... 


AWSISA calls for establishment of “utilities of the future” to address the water, energy nexus
20th February 2025 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The African Water and Sanitation Industry Association (AWSISA) is advocating for the creation of “utilities of the future”, with water management experts such as water boards partnering... 


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New single structure to be established that will govern State participation in PPPs
20th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

A single structure overseen by the National Treasury will be established during the 2025/26 fiscal year to coordinate State participation in project preparation and planning, public-private... 


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Additional R46.7bn funding announced for infrastructure projects
20th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

The 2025 Budget documents show that Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana planned to add an extra R46.7-billion in funding for infrastructure projects over the next three years. In his undelivered... 


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Independent economic regulator will ensure fair, sustainable water management, Godongwana says
20th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

Note: This article has been written on the basis of documents provided to the media during the 2025 Budget lock-up prior to the cancellation of the Budget Speech on February 19. The National... 


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Three Cape Town water supply schemes added to Global Connections Map
18th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Three of the City of Cape Town’s water reuse schemes have been added to the Global Connections Map, which is deemed to be the largest online data-map that showcases water reuse projects. The... 


AWSISA concerned over municipal water management failures
17th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The African Water and Sanitation Industry Association (AWSISA) on Monday raised concern over the critical state of South Africa's water sector and the failure of municipalities to manage water... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa highlights strides made with infrastructure development, commits to more
17th February 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s infrastructure build programme will play an increasingly prominent role as government continues to advance structural reforms in the country for an... 


DWS assures Hammanskraal water safe to drink after storm-related power challenge
17th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Water in Hammanskraal is safe to drink after a water supply interruption led to temporary turbidity in the drinking water earlier in February. According to the Department of Water and Sanitation... 


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More coordination needed to tackle Hartbeespoort dam pollution
17th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

An increase in intergovernmental commitment and stakeholder coordination is required to mitigate the ongoing pollution that plagues the Hartbeespoort dam. The dam, which was constructed in 1921 and... 


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Nedbank report shows sharpest increase in fixed investment plans since 2021
13th February 2025 By: Darren Parker

The latest ‘Nedbank Capital Expenditure Project Listing’ report, published on February 13, shows the sharpest increase in fixed investment plans since 2021, reflecting a myriad of projects... 


Innovative education programme aims to further sustainable development in water sector
11th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Ageing infrastructure, global change and rising demand continue to threaten water security, and while technological solutions are important, cultivating a skilled workforce is crucial to mitigating... 


Toll road tariff to increase by 4.84% from March 1 – Sanral
11th February 2025 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) has announced an adjustment to the toll tariffs, effective from March 1. The toll tariffs, which are adjusted yearly in line with the... 


When size matters: SAPPMA reports strong growth in large diameter plastic pipe market
When size matters: SAPPMA reports strong growth in large diameter plastic pipe market
10th February 2025

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) has reported significant growth in the demand for large diameter plastic pipes, highlighting an industry-wide shift towards more... 


Cape Town adopts treated effluent irrigation; offers industry low price to take up supply
Cape Town adopts treated effluent irrigation; offers industry low price to take up supply
7th February 2025 By: Irma Venter

The City of Cape Town is commissioning treated effluent irrigation connections at a number of city recreation and parks facilities in a move it says will likely save between 2.5-million and... 


Water resilience strategies key to avoiding water-shedding
7th February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

In the wake of South Africa adjusting to the prolonged impact of the now-eased loadshedding, water-shedding has emerged as another significant risk, threatening to the sustainability of businesses... 


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Public Works Minister appoints two new Independent Development Trust members
4th February 2025 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has appointed attorney Matodzi Ratshimbilani and public law expert Derek Naidoo to the board of the Independent Development Trust (IDT), in... 


DWS confident that Lesotho tunnel maintenance will be completed on schedule
3rd February 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Following an oversight site visit to the Ash River Outfall in Clarens, in the Free State, over the weekend, Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina is confident that the Lesotho Highlands... 


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Hydrotesting solution recommended by manufacturer
31st January 2025

Environmentally-responsible corrosion control technologies developer Cortec Corporation’s certified water technologist and technical sales manager Scott Bryan recommends a simple solution to avoid... 


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New water, sewer pipes replace aged infrastructure
31st January 2025

The City of Cape Town’s Department of Water and Sanitation Directorate is accelerating its sewer and water pipe replacement efforts for the 2024/25 financial year by investing just over... 


Pioneering water management solutions for African mines
Pioneering water management solutions for African mines
31st January 2025

Construction solutions provider M&D Construction Group’s (M&D’s) decision to offer full-service dewatering solutions via M&D-CTS further positions the group as a single point of contact for... 


Lesotho tunnel repairs, maintenance still on track, says DWS
30th January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is confident that the Lesotho Highlands water tunnel will be reopened by the end of March as planned. The critical water tunnel closed on October 31 for... 


Dam owners given 30 days extension to register their dams
29th January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Owners of unregistered dams meeting the criteria for classification as a dam with a safety risk have another 30 days to undertake the dam registration process to ensure dam safety compliance. This... 


First module of Hammanskraal water project completed
24th January 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), the City of Tshwane (CoT) metropolitan municipality and the Magalies Water Board are advancing the long-awaited Magalies Klipdrift Water Treatment... 


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Unctad says mixed foreign direct investment activity in 2024 shows shifting dynamics
22nd January 2025 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Foreign direct investment (FDI) globally grew by 11% to $1.4-trillion last year, but contracted by 8% when excluding flows through European conduit economies. United Nations Conference on Trade... 


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