Joburg water systems recovering after shutdown – Morero

By Charles Molele

Johannesburg water systems are gradually recovering following a planned maintenance shutdown by Rand Water from December 13 to December 16, which left numerous residents without water for days, according to Joburg mayor Dada Morero.

Speaking during a site visit to the Honeydew Reservoir and Tower in Roodepoort on Wednesday, Morero told reporters that Johannesburg water systems are on the path to recovery after the planned Rand Water maintenance.

“I am pleased to announce that we are already seeing signs of recovery in several systems, including those in Commando, Eagle Nest, Randburg Waterval, Witpoortjie, Soweto, and Horizon. We are now beginning the process of reopening reservoir outlets, allowing us to restore supply as much as possible. The combination of these efforts will prevent losing systems and aid in speeding up recovery,” said Morero.

“As many of you know, our water systems have faced significant challenges due to the