African penguins, once abundant along South Africa’s coastline, are now facing the threat of extinction. Overfishing has significantly reduced their food supply, making survival increasingly difficult. In a landmark decision, a South African court has banned commercial fishing near six…
For years, rhino poaching has been a devastating issue in South Africa, but there is finally some good news. Poaching numbers have dropped by 16% over the past year, thanks to increased anti-poaching efforts and innovative conservation strategies. Why Is…
In February 2025, the City of Tshwane temporarily shut down the Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Plant due to a decline in raw water quality caused by increased turbidity. This measure aimed to prevent the distribution of substandard water to residents. The…
By January 2025, the City of Tshwane announced that water supplied from the Magalies Klipdrift Water Treatment Plant to Hammanskraal was deemed safe for consumption. This milestone marked the completion of Phase 1 of a multi-phase project aimed at delivering…
The Tshwane metro council has approved a proposal to write off a R684 million water bill incurred by Hammanskraal residents. The decision, supported by DA, ANC, and EFF councillors, follows a report from the group financial services department recommending debt…
In November 2021, the residents of Phumla Mqashi, an informal settlement near Lenasia South, faced severe water shortages after Johannesburg Water cut off illegal connections. This decision, while aimed at stabilizing the water supply in the area, left thousands without…
The City of Tshwane has escalated its ongoing water crisis to an inter-governmental level, seeking external intervention following a power trip at Rand Water’s Palmiet Booster Pump Station. The outage, which began on Wednesday, has severely impacted water supply across…
Also in October 2024, the City of Tshwane cautioned residents and businesses about excessive water consumption, which was placing significant strain on the city’s bulk water system. Authorities warned that if consumption patterns did not change, stricter water restrictions could…
n October 2024, concerns over water quality in the Leeukraal Dam led to the temporary closure of the Temba Water Treatment Plant. The City of Tshwane took this precautionary step to safeguard public health while investigating and addressing the root…
In September 2024, Tshwane introduced a collaborative initiative with Danish experts to tackle non-revenue water losses. The program focuses on identifying and repairing both visible and hidden leaks within the city’s water infrastructure. Trained artisans are being deployed to ensure…