Spike in consumption leads to ‘flow control management’

Water utility companies blame each other for shortages

Mpho Koka Journalist

As taps ran dry in large parts of Johannesburg at the weekend, entities responsible for water provision played a tit-for-tat game over who is to blame for the water crisis that has hit SA’s economic hub. 

On Friday, Rand Water announced it would take over the process of limiting the amount of water it was supplying to Johannesburg Water for general distribution. ..

This article is free to read if you register or sign in.

If you have already registered or subscribed, please sign in to continue.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@sowetanlive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Register (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.