Johannesburg Water Faces Supply Issues, Plans Improvements

Johannesburg Water is currently experiencing water cuts and low pressure in some areas. This has led to widespread protests from communities who have been without water for days.

What’s Causing the Water Cuts?

Several challenges are affecting the water supply. Illegal connections and the city’s old water infrastructure are the primary causes. These issues make it difficult to meet the increasing demand for water.

Actions to Address Water Shortages

Johannesburg Water is implementing several solutions to fix these issues:

1. Reducing Water Supply in High-Demand Areas: The utility has begun throttling water supply and closing some areas off to manage high demand.
2. Scheduled Water Restrictions: Starting on November 8, 2024, Johannesburg Water has introduced scheduled water restrictions. This aims to reduce overall water demand.
3. Faster Repairs and Maintenance: Johannesburg Water is improving its repair times. They aim to reduce the repair turnaround from 48 hours to 24 hours.

Looking Ahead: Plans for Improvement

Johannesburg Water is working to make the city’s water system more reliable. With these actions in place, the utility aims to restore stable water supply to residents. The public is encouraged to reduce illegal connections to help improve the system.