After two decades of water challenges in Hammanskraal, the Department of Water and Sanitation has announced the successful completion of the first phase of the water treatment project, undertaken by Magalies Water and the City of Tshwane.
The project features an advanced facility equipped with four package plants, designed to ensure the supply of clean water to Hammanskraal.
According to water and sanitation spokesperson Cornelius Monama, visible strides have been made to deliver potable water.
“These include flushing the reticulation system, optimizing the entire network, and monitoring water quality to meet SANS 241 standards,” said Monama.
He said that the completion of the first phase marks a significant achievement, enabling the supply of 12.5 megalitres per day (ML/d) of treated water to wards 49, 73, 74, and 75, which encompass areas such as Mandela Village, Marokolong, Ramotse, Kekana Gardens, and Babelegi Industrial.
Monama added that Magalies Water and the City
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