Residents of Nama-Khoi Local Municipality continue to face unstable water supply as a result of continuous pipe bursts.
A public notice issued by the municipality on 11 January revealed that the bulk supply gravity line at Eenrient Reservoir and Okiep Pump Station has challenges. The municipality maintains that the recent challenges have led to delays in completing work being done at Okiep and Vaalhoek Reservoirs.
A recent report by the Vaal Central Water Board has highlighted that the current water challenges are also due to burst pipes at the Henkries and Doringwater plants. This has affected the water levels at the reservoirs which remain low.
Meanwhile – Nama-Khoi Local Municipality Mayor Dr. Gustav Bock says he is also worried about the water crisis which continues to have a negative impact on residents and the local economy. T
he municipality however has shifted the blame to the Vaal Central Water Board. “The hurdles emerged from a strained relationship with water supplier, the Vaal Central Water Board, causing disruptions in the flow of water to households within the Nama Khoi Municipal Area”, said the statement.”
Spokesperson for the Nama-Khoi Municipality Jason Milford said the municipality would be addressing the service delivery challenges faced by residents.
“Public awareness campaigns will be launched to inform residents about the measures being taken and to encourage water conservation practices,” said Milford.
