News

Interact with the real-time geographical data powering our discussions. Navigate this integrated spatial tool to discover regional initiatives, delegate representation, and critical sanitation networks across Africa.

Sector News

GROUNDUP: Raw sewage is flowing in nearly every metro, and the numbers keep getting worse

Wastewater treatment has deteriorated in almost every major South African metro between 2021 and 2024, according to the Green Drop report, with municipalities like eThekwini, Tshwane and Buffalo City recording…

18 September 2026 Daily Maverick Read at source →
Sector News

Here’s how the Vaal Dams is holding up

Around the same time last year, the Vaal Dam stood at 105.5%, and last week it was at…

18 September 2026 Randburg Sun
Sector News

Ritchie water plant workers allege favouritism linked to workplace romance

Workers at the Ritchie water purification plant have accused a senior official of giving preferential treatment to a…

18 September 2026 DFA
Sector News

Raw sewage is flowing in nearly every metro

Sewage treatment scores have dropped in seven out of eight metro municipalities

18 September 2026 GroundUp
Sector News

GROUNDUP : No relief in sight in Makhanda’s decade-long struggle for reliable water

Upgrades to the water treatment plant to solve the crisis that started in 2015 are yet to be…

17 September 2026 Daily Maverick
Sector News

Taps run dry in South Africa because of a R23.77 billion debt

Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo has called on stakeholders to address the country's growing R23.77…

17 September 2026 Daily Investor
Sector News

Johannesburg Water Steps Up Measures As El Niño Increases Pressure On Water System

As the effects of El Niño place additional pressure on the region’s water resources and supply systems, Johannesburg…

17 September 2026 Infrastructure News
Sector News

Gauteng Water Crisis: Power Outages Disrupt Rand Water

Power outages affecting Rand Water have disrupted water supplies across Gauteng. Government outlines measures to strengthen electricity and…

17 September 2026 Infrastructure News
Sector News

Sewage Crisis Threatens Rondebult Bird Sanctuary And Industrial Areas Of Wadeville

Call for urgent environmental intervention. The post Sewage Crisis Threatens Rondebult Bird Sanctuary And Industrial Areas Of Wadeville…

17 September 2026 Infrastructure News

Stay up to date with the latest events

Sign up for our fortnightly newsletter with the best travel inspirations.