Government remains focused on SA’s water crisis – Majodina

By Johnathan Paoli

Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has reiterated the government’s renewed commitment to water management, reassuring citizens that while the country’s water resources are secure, challenges persist in distribution and infrastructure.

Speaking after a meeting with Deputy President Paul Mashatile and senior officials, Majodina outlined efforts to develop an actionable plan ensuring water access for all South Africans.

“We want to assure South Africans that in terms of water security, our water is in the balance. We are quite happy about our water resource. However, we are not happy about water reticulation and the provision of water thereof,” she said.

Key priorities included supporting municipalities struggling with revenue collection, addressing water leaks, and curbing illegal water connections.

Majodina said these issues, compounded by a growing economy and population, have placed immense pressure on the country’s water provision systems.

Highlighting President Cyril Ramaphosa’s declaration that water is South