Mahlobo urges North West municipalities to prioritize water and sanitation infrastructure

Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, has called on municipalities in the North West province to prioritize water and sanitation infrastructure to ensure sustainable service delivery.

Speaking at the annual SALGA Provincial Members Assembly held at the Sun City Convention Centre, Mahlobo highlighted the urgent need for municipalities to address challenges, including aging infrastructure and illegal water connections, which have contributed to declining water service levels.

Mahlobo was joined by North West Premier, Lazarus Mokgosi, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Deputy Minister, Seiso Mohai, and North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Oageng Molapisi at the event.

While noting strides made in providing access to clean water over the past three decades, Mahlobo expressed concern over deteriorating performance, with water availability in some areas dropping from 92% to 52%.

“We are now at a point as municipalities to improve water services. We should continue to