July 20, 2023
South Africa: Gauteng Consumers Urged to Use Electricity Sparingly
State power utility Eskom has urged Gauteng residents to use electricity efficiently as a cold front moves into the province. Read more »
South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Inspect KZN Water Projects
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to conduct an oversight visit to inspect water projects in KwaZulu-Natal. Read more »
July 19, 2023
South Africa: Climate Commission Welcomes Publishing of Draft SA Renewable Energy Plan
The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) has welcomed the publishing for comments of the draft South Africa Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM). Read more »
July 17, 2023
South Africa: Mchunu Commends Progress in Masodi Water Project
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, has commended the progress made on the construction of Masodi Waste Water Treatment Works in Mokopane, Limpopo. Read more »
South Africa: Durban's Clean-Up Campaign Gains Momentum
The Durban Metro Police have intensified their crime prevention clean-up campaign in a quest to get rid of drug dens and reduce crime in the city. Read more »
South Africa: Public Called to Protect Water Resources
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on South Africans to take part in the Clear Rivers campaign to protect water resources in honour of former President Nelson… Read more »
July 14, 2023
South Africa: Water and Sanitation to Adopt Inzuzwenhle School in Honour of Mandela
In celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day, the Department of Water and Sanitation will on Tuesday formally adopt the Inzuzwenhle Full-Service School in Pietermaritzburg,… Read more »
July 13, 2023
South Africa: Ethekwini to Repair Damaged Water Pump Station
eThekwini Municipality Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda says a permanent solution to fix a water pump station, which was destroyed by a fire in Ntuzuma, north of Durban, is on the cards. Read more »
July 10, 2023
South Africa: Joburg Water Customers Reminded of Planned Shutdown
Rand Water has reminded Johannesburg Water customers of the 58-hour planned water shutdown to be undertaken from Tuesday night to Friday morning. Read more »
July 05, 2023
South Africa: Joburg Residents Urged to Store Water Ahead of Rand Water Shutdown
Johannesburg Water has reminded its customers to store water from Sunday ahead of the planned Rand Water shutdown, which takes place from 11 - 13 July. Read more »
June 29, 2023
South Africa: Tackling the Cholera Challenge
While government has admitted to having missed the mark in adequately resolving water challenges experienced by several communities around the country, action is being taken to… Read more »
July 07, 2023
South Africa: Several Initiatives to Address Pollution of Rivers
The Department of Water and Sanitation says it is engaged in several initiatives aimed at addressing the pollution of rivers by municipal waste water treatment works. Read more »
July 06, 2023
South Africa: Cabinet Commends Provincial Disaster Teams' Swift Response During Recent Floods
Cabinet has commended the Provincial Disaster Management teams for their quick response in assisting communities affected by the recent floods in KwaZulu-Natal and the Northern… Read more »
June 29, 2023
South Africa: Government to Assist Inanda Storm Victims to Rebuild Their Homes
Government says it will assist the households affected by the tornado that ripped through Inanda, northwest of Durban, to rebuild their homes. Read more »
June 28, 2023
South Africa: Emergency Teams On High Alert in KwaZulu-Natal
eThekwini Municipality has set up an emergency Joint Operations team to co-ordinate the response to the heavy winds and rains that wreaked havoc in some parts of Phoenix, Inanda,… Read more »
June 26, 2023
South Africa: First National Biodiversity Offset Guideline Published
South Africa's first National Biodiversity Offset Guideline has been published for implementation. Read more »
South Africa: Professionals in Water Space Make Waves
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has congratulated two of its young professionals for making it to the list of the 2023 Mail and Guardian's 200 Young South Africans. Read more »
South Africa: Cholera Death Toll in SA Rises to 43
The Department of Health confirmed on Sunday that the number of cholera-related deaths has now risen to 43 since the outbreak. Read more »
June 25, 2023
South Africa: Eskom Welcomes Decision On Minimum Emission Standards
Eskom has welcomed the decision by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's National Air Quality Officer to grant the organisation a postponement in terms of the… Read more »
June 21, 2023
South Africa: Western Cape Water Supply System Reaches 90 Percent Capacity
The Western Cape Water Supply System (WCWSS), which comprises the six largest dams in the Western Cape, has hit 90% capacity. Read more »
South Africa: Climate Experts Urge SA to Prepare for Looming El Niño
South African climate experts have called on governments, businesses and communities to increase their awareness of the pending El Niño that is currently manifesting in the… Read more »
June 18, 2023
South Africa: Affected Communities Urged to Take Precautions During Heavy Rainfall
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on communities to take extra precaution during the ongoing heavy rains. Read more »
June 13, 2023
South Africa: Second Group of Firefighters Deployed to Canada
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's Working on Fire programme is deploying a second contingent of 200 firefighters and 13 managers to assist in ongoing fire… Read more »
June 08, 2023
South Africa: Government Committed to Ensuring Ocean Sustainability
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy, has emphasised the importance of protecting the oceans to ensure the long-term sustainability of the oceans and… Read more »
South Africa: Government to Announce Interventions On Water Challenges Soon
The Department of water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu will in the coming weeks announce measures to address the water challenges in the country per province. Read more »