June 08, 2023
South Africa: President Ramaphosa Visits Hammanskraal
President Cyril Ramaphosa is today visiting the community of Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, following the cholera outbreak, which has claimed at least 26 lives countrywide. Read more »
June 06, 2023
South Africa: Report Shows Decline in Drinking Water Quality
The 2023 Blue Drop Watch Report has revealed that there has been a deterioration in drinking water quality since the last blue drop report was done. Read more »
South Africa: Ninety Municipalities Ordered to Address Water Challenges
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has issued non-compliance notices to 90 municipalities instructing them to correct the shortcomings identified in the Green Drop… Read more »
June 02, 2023
South Africa: SA Deploys Firefighters to Assist Canada
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment's Working on Fire programme is deploying a team of more than 200 firefighters and management to the Canadian province of… Read more »
June 01, 2023
South Africa: Farmer Finds Treasure in Sunflowers
With government support having helped to propel his farming venture, a Limpopo farmer is now using his knowledge to inspire young people to pursue successful careers in farming. Read more »
South Africa: Measures Announced to Fix Water Pollution in Hammanskraal
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) and the City of Tshwane have announced measures that will resolve the pollution of water sources in the Rooiwal wastewater treatment… Read more »
South Africa: Govt Commits to Resolve Rustenburg Water, Sanitation Woes
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, Judith Tshabalala, has assured residents in the Rustenburg Local Municipality, who are affected by sewer blockages and overflowing manholes,… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Committed to Lowering Carbon Emissions
South Africa will continue to pursue its commitment towards lowering carbon emissions in a just manner while resolving the energy crisis. Read more »
May 30, 2023
South Africa: North West Detects Two Cholera Cases
The North West Department of Health announced on Tuesday that it has recorded two laboratory-confirmed cases of Cholera, as government works around the clock to contain the… Read more »
May 29, 2023
South Africa: Probe Into Source of Cholera Outbreak Under Way
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says an investigation is underway into the source or sources of the Cholera outbreak in the country. Read more »
May 25, 2023
South Africa: Government Continues to Test All Possible Sources of Contamination After Cholera Outbreak
Cabinet says extensive work is underway to test all possible sources of contamination after the cholera outbreak that claimed 17 residents from Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria. Read more »
May 24, 2023
South Africa: Parliament Committee Weighs in On Hammanskraal Water Woes
The Portfolio Committee on Water and Sanitation has warned that apportioning blame will delay progress in addressing the water problem in Hammanskraal, which might lead to further… Read more »
South Africa: Cholera Death Toll Rises to 17 in Hammanskraal
The Gauteng Department of Health says the number of people, who have lost their lives following a cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, now stands at 17. Read more »
May 23, 2023
South Africa: Water Dept Intervenes in Hammanskraal Cholera Outbreak, Govt Says
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has assured the public that it is working on an integrated model to respond to the current cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal, north of… Read more »
Southern Africa: South African President Turns Sod in Lesotho Water Project
President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) as a project that has not only made history, but has brought hope to the citizens of both Lesotho… Read more »
May 21, 2023
South Africa: Hammanskraal Residents Warned Against Using Tap Water
The City of Tshwane has warned residents from Hammanskraal and surrounding areas not to use water from taps for drinking following the outbreak of gastrointestinal infection or… Read more »
May 17, 2023
South Africa: Deputy Ministers Reinforce Commitment for Equitable Water Supply
The Deputy Ministers of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo and Judith Tshabalala, have reiterated government's commitment of ensuring equitable water supply and dignified… Read more »
May 15, 2023
South Africa: Climate Commission Releases Recommendations On Energy Transition Investment Plan
The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) has released two reports on South Africa's Just Energy Transition Investment Plan (JET IP) following extensive stakeholder engagements… Read more »
May 08, 2023
South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile to Visit Jagerfontein
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Tuesday undertake a service delivery oversight visit to Jagersfontein, Kopanong Municipality in the Xhariep District in the Free State… Read more »
South Africa: Loskop Water Project to Benefit Limpopo, Mpumalanga Communities
Water and Sanitation Minister, Senzo Mchunu, says 21 villages in Mpumalanga and Limpopo are set to benefit from the Loskop Regional Bulk Water Supply Project. Read more »
South Africa: Kwaximba Water Woes Relief in Sight
The community of KwaXimba, under eThekwini Municipality, will finally get reprieve from their water woes and have access to potable water closer to their homes and business… Read more »
May 01, 2023
South Africa: Water and Sanitation Department Calls on Mines to Register Tailing Dams
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on mining houses that have not registered their dams on the department's database to submit their information in order to… Read more »
April 26, 2023
South Africa: Tourism Sector Encouraged to Go Green
Enterprises in the tourism sector have been urged to make use of the Green Tourism Incentive Programme (GTIP), which is aimed at promoting the sustainable management and use of… Read more »
South Africa: Fish Deaths At Hartbeespoort Dam Caused By Lack of Oxygen
Investigations conducted by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has revealed that the fish that died on 11 April at the Hartbeespoort Dam, was due to extremely low oxygen… Read more »
April 25, 2023
South Africa: Spokesperson for Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Resigns
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Makhotso Sotyu have thanked the department's outgoing Chief Director of Communications and… Read more »