After a public spat between the City of Tshwane and Rand Water, the municipality and the bulk water supplier apologised for large parts of Pretoria being without water over the weekend.
The City and Rand Water had taken to social media, releasing statements that effectively blamed each other.
The City released a statement to claim that Rand Water was responsible for the water supply issues - and, on social media, it said there wasn't sufficient supply from reservoirs because of low-pressure problems. In response, Rand Water said the City had exceeded its water target, and was refusing to impose restrictions as well as to communicate water conservation messages.We've been quietly testing drinking water quality in 6 cities for a month. Here's what we've found
The bulk water supplier dismissed the notion that the water shortages were brought about by low pressure. Following the public exchange, Minister of Water and Sanitation Senzo Mchunu, along with Deputy Ministers David Mahlobo and Judith Tshabalala, convened an urgent meeting on Sunday.According to a joint statement by the City, Rand Water and the water and sanitation department, a technical team was established to address the current water challenges - and to report back.Rand Water and City of Tshwane resolve to strengthen coordination to ensure consistent water supply within the city.
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