How modular, on-site systems are helping relieve strain on ageing networks and remote communities Example of a modular treatment plant servicing a local community. Introduction South Africa faces immense challenges in water service delivery: ageing centralised networks, frequent system failures,…
How water infrastructure challenges threaten the country’s sustainability – and what’s being done to fix it. South Africa’s dams are under pressure. As climate patterns shift and infrastructure ages, the national water storage system faces unprecedented challenges. According to the…
Urbanisation, industrial growth, and ageing infrastructure have combined to turn many rivers around Gauteng into conduits of pollution rather than fresh water sources. This article examines the state of water pollution in key catchments (Hennops, Klip, Vaal / Barrage) through…
Gauteng and parts of surrounding provinces depend heavily on a bulk water supply system centred on Rand Water and the Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS). But years of creeping demand, infrastructure strain, system inefficiencies, and policy delays are testing the…
Introduction Water scarcity in South Africa is no longer just a looming threat — it’s a reality. With rising demand from urbanisation, agriculture, industry, and the impacts of climate change, the need for more efficient water management strategies is paramount.…
Deep within the heart of Gauteng, the Hennops River, once discoloured by neglect and pollution, is now being reborn—thanks to an extraordinary community-driven movement. Inspired by relentless volunteers and civic collaboration, the river’s transformation is surging forward. 1. A Herculean…
The Hennops River, a vital watercourse flowing through Gauteng, has become a symbol of environmental neglect and public health risk. Once a serene waterway, it now carries a heavy burden of pollution, endangering the health of millions. A River in…
Rand Water has announced a significant infrastructure upgrade in Johannesburg, with planned maintenance activities scheduled to continue until July 2025. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance water supply reliability and capacity across Gauteng province. Key Maintenance…
Rand Water has announced a significant maintenance schedule from May 29 to July 21, 2025, aimed at enhancing the capacity, reliability, and efficiency of its water supply infrastructure. This planned maintenance will impact various municipalities across Gauteng, the North West,…
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is demanding immediate intervention by the Auditor-General to investigate the alarming surge in costs associated with Phase 2 of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP). Originally budgeted at R8 billion in 2008 (approximately R19 billion adjusted…
In the heart of Alexandra, Johannesburg, a transformative initiative is underway to rehabilitate the polluted Jukskei River. This collaborative effort brings together local activists, artists, scientists, and community members, aiming to restore the river’s health and foster environmental stewardship. A…
South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is struggling to implement key parts of the newly enacted Climate Change Act due to significant financial constraints. Although the Act officially came into effect on 17 March 2025, some…
A haunting discovery on Britain’s beaches is shedding new light on the long-term environmental impact of fast fashion. Photographer Mandy Barker, known for her powerful imagery spotlighting ocean pollution, recently unveiled her latest project documenting textile waste along the UK…
Cape Town’s iconic beaches and waterways—beloved for their beauty, tourism, and biodiversity—are in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. While the waves sparkle and Table Mountain stands tall in the background, an invisible threat lurks in the water: sewage…