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Johannesburg Water Reports Gradual Recovery Amid Ongoing Water Shortages
Johannesburg Water has announced that its systems are slowly recovering as some areas in the city continue to experience little to no water supply.
The utility noted that while recovery is underway, the most affected systems are being closely monitored, with necessary interventions being made as needed.
“Johannesburg Water is seeing gradual improvements in overall system status, with some parts of the infrastructure showing recovery. However, areas still under strain are leading to lower reservoir and tower levels,” said spokesperson Nombuso Shabalala. “This may result in reduced water pressure or, in certain locations, a complete loss of supply.”
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Shabalala listed areas that have shown recovery, including Linden 2, Waterval, Quellerina, Kensington-B, Helderkruin, Honeydew, Randparkridge, Florida, Hector Norris (CBD), Glenvista, Kibler Park, and Northcliff.
However, areas still impacted by water shortages include Crosby, Brixton, Hursthill (Commando System), Crown Gardens, Eagles Nest, Berea, Forest Hill, Lenasia, South Hills, and Parktown.
“Both Rand Water and Johannesburg Water’s technical teams are working together to improve the affected reservoirs and towers, boost supply, and build capacity,” Shabalala added.
Joburg Water is focusing on clearing airlocks in recovering systems as a key part of its recovery plan. “We are also prioritizing quick responses to burst pipes and leaks to minimize further water loss. Water trucks and strategically placed water tanks continue to support affected areas,” she explained.
Johannesburg Water has committed to providing updates three times a day. In its latest update on Tuesday afternoon, the utility confirmed that most affected systems would continue to be monitored, and necessary interventions would be implemented.
An early morning City Power interruption in Eikenhof had briefly delayed recovery efforts, but power has since been restored, and pumping has resumed at full capacity.
Recently, Rand Water warned that its systems were under strain due to high water consumption, which has been affecting storage levels. Rand Water spokesperson Makenosi Maroo stressed that customers need to reduce consumption to prevent further system declines.
“The two metros of Johannesburg and Tshwane, along with Ekurhuleni, are among Rand Water’s top three customers. The increased water usage is causing a significant strain, and interventions are needed,” Maroo said.
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