Inside Track: JHB Water Crisis – What’s being done?

Inside Track: JHB Water Crisis – What’s being done?

Johannesburg is facing an escalating water crisis – but what’s being done to fix it? The city’s water supply is under severe pressure, with issues ranging from ageing infrastructure to droughts and rapid urbanisation. But solutions are on the horizon.

Join Daily Maverick associate editor Ferial Haffajee, Dr Miriam Altman, convener of the Platform for a Water Secure Gauteng, and Deputy Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo for a conversation around the key challenges and solutions.

Date: Tuesday, 19 November

Time: 6pm – 7pm

Register: Via this link (below)

Price: FREE

Key questions we’ll address:

  • What is causing the water crisis in Johannesburg?
  • What is the government doing to improve the situation?
  • How can citizens and businesses contribute to water conservation efforts?
  • What are the long-term solutions for sustainable water supply in the city?

This is your chance to hear directly from the experts who are shaping the response to one of Johannesburg’s most pressing issues. Don’t miss out on understanding what’s being done, and how you can get involved in the solution. Don’t miss this opportunity to know more and know better!

https://events.dailymaverick.co.za/events/2024/11/19/inside-track-jhb-water-crisis-whats-being-done

Eskom Serves Notice on CoJ and City Power

Media Statement by Eskom: Eskom Serves notice of power interruption against City of Johannesburg and City Power

Response from City of Joburg: CoJ and City Power denounce Eskom’s threat to disrupt electricity supply

In the press:
Daily Maverick 7 November 2024
Eskom plans to cut power to Johannesburg “at certain predetermined times of day”. This is after the utility, City Power and the City of Johannesburg (CoJ) could not agree on the municipality’s R4.9-billion debt.

https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-11-07-eskom-warns-of-december-power-cuts-after-city-of-johannesburg