Tag: Rand Water

Rand Water and Government Deny Presence of ARVs in Drinking Water, Assure Public of Safety Amid Rising Concerns

WATER DELAYS: The Chatsworth community and surrounding areas in KwaZulu Natal who rely on the Chatsworth Reservoir 4 are facing delays in the restoration of water supply after a group of community members prevented an eThekwini municipal water distribution officer from entering the reservoir. Photo: Supplied

Rand Water and the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) have moved to reassure the public following a social media storm and speculative media reports claiming that antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) have been found in South Africa’s tap water. The institutions have dismissed the allegations, stressing that the country’s drinking water remains safe and complies with… Continue reading Rand Water and Government Deny Presence of ARVs in Drinking Water, Assure Public of Safety Amid Rising Concerns

Reducing Water Disruptions: Testing Municipal Readiness and Public Resilience during Rand Water’s Critical Maintenance

We have entered the cooler months of May to July, a period with generally reduced water consumption due to lower temperatures. Rand Water has strategically scheduled critical maintenance on its key infrastructure during this time to minimise disruptions and better manage the potential impacts on water supply. The primary aim of the planned essential maintenance… Continue reading Reducing Water Disruptions: Testing Municipal Readiness and Public Resilience during Rand Water’s Critical Maintenance

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