Water
Human Rights Commission blasts “uncaring” Gauteng municipalities for water crisis
The commission said mismanagement, infrastructure neglect and systemic corruption to blame
By Seth Thorne
News | 22 May 2026
A new R486-million water system, but the taps are still dry in these Limpopo villages
Vhembe District Municipality insists families will have water soon
By Thembi Siaga
Brief | 21 May 2026
Judge tells minister to get water to Eastern Cape families
Centane residents win court victory
Law | 21 May 2026
Elections 2026: Langeberg municipality accused of hiding details of R60-million contract
The municipality has also failed to obey an order to release a report on a 2022 water crisis
News | 20 May 2026
Gauteng water crisis in the spotlight at SAHRC inquiry
Auditor-General and civil society organisations made submissions on Tuesday
By Seth Thorne
News | 20 May 2026
Project uses plants to clean the Jukskei River
EcoFilter system will collect data to tackle sewage and industrial contamination
Brief | 5 May 2026
Mthatha residents block N2 over water crisis
“I can’t remember when we last had water. It’s been months”
Brief | 30 April 2026
Water contractors down tools, demand payment from eThekwini municipality
Mayor Xaba promised outstanding payments would be processed soon
Brief | 30 April 2026
Human Rights Commission calls for submissions on Gauteng water crisis
The public has until 30 April to make submissions. Hearings are planned for May.
By Seth Thorne
Brief | 15 April 2026