Rand Water officials have announced water supply disruptions are likely in cities across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and North West provinces through at least late July during planned water infrastructure maintenance from June 22-July 29. However, low water levels and pressure should be expected in the impacted areas and water tanks and trucks will be dispatched to mitigate the impact on communities. The maintenance affects systems that service large urban areas, including Ekurhuleni (East Rand), Govan Mbeki, Johannesburg, Lesedi, Madibeng, Mogale City, Merafong City, Pretoria (Tshwane), Rand West City, Rustenburg, Thembisile Hani and Victor Khanye municipalities. Business disruptions are possible, especially for companies that rely on large quantities of municipal water. Spontaneous protests are possible in areas affected by water shortages, especially in lower-income areas.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 21, 2024 23:29 UTC