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Trust in the safety of tap water is waning: survey

Half of respondents treat their municipal water by boiling or filtering it before consumption, while 8% specified that they drink only bottled water This content is restricted to…

The RMS system continued to provide erroneous bills, as the metro had passed a credit for water charges totalling R564 641.04 for another residential property in Tongaat in November 2021 after a complaint was lodged.
(David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Tap water is safe to drink in most urban areas but more testing is needed: WaterCAN

Raw water sources have high levels of E.Coli and coliform bacteria, posing serious health risks

In many regions, human–water systems are already in a post-crisis state of failure. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

A South African solution for better drinking water

Solar-powered purifier removes bad taste and smells from wastewater

Dr Doulaye Kone from Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation; Minister Lindiwe Sisulu of Human Settlements

Water Research Commission launches new programme

It will develop and scale the pathogen-killing, water-smart, reinvented toilet in South Africa

Together with multi-sector stakeholders

Water Research Commission launches Sastep

Innovative sanitation technologies will create thousands of vital jobs

A female entrepreneur from Ga-Mokgotho whom MUS provided with a water tank is producing great plants. One of 95 community water standpipes installed by MUS Project in Ga-Mokgotho

Tsogang provides a helping hand

The backbone of this project is the partnerships forged with various stakeholders and the community

MUS Project National Learning Alliance members viewing refurbished water storage facility in Ga-Mokgotho

A clear line for multiple usage of water for rural livelihoods

Communities should be seen as active participants, not just recipients

MUS Project National Learning Alliance members with Ga-Mokgotho community

Community-driven planning provides a solution to water problems

When communities are involved in creating and maintaining water projects, it creates a sense of pride and ownership

Leah Maebane’s orchard in  Ga-Mokgotho is supported by a water tank

Where innovation keeps water flowing and creates a better life

The villagers now have sustainable access to enough water for their various projects

(John McCann/M&G)

Microplastic pollution on tap in SA

Particulates, prevalent in cosmetic and household products, and are now in our food chain

South Africans satisfied with tap water quality

The Water Research Commission has revealed that around 81% of urban South Africans are confident the tap water they drink is safe.