DWS committed to helping KwaZulu-Natal municipalities provide clean water and sanitation services to citizens as required by the constitution.
The DWS has emphasized the significance of three pivotal reports, namely the Blue, Green, and No-Drop reports, released in June 2023.“These reports serve as crucial regulatory and support mechanisms designed to enhance municipal drinking water quality, wastewater management, and water conservation and demand management.
Among these projects, the uMngeni-uThukela Water Board, a water entity under the DWS, has been allocated nearly R2.3 billion for various initiatives, including the Greater Mpofana Bulk Water Supply Project in uMgungundlovu District, the Maphumulo Bulk Water Supply Project in iLembe District, the UMshwathi Bulk Water Supply Project serving both uMgungundlovu and iLembe Districts, and the Lower uMkhomazi Bulk Water Supply Project in eThekwini.
In response to the water challenges facing the uMkhanyakude District Municipality, the Minister invoked Section 63 of the Water Services Act. This intervention involves providing substantial support and guidance to the municipality to enhance the management, operation, and maintenance of water and sanitation infrastructure.
In addition to these crucial actions, the DWS has embarked on several other key initiatives. These include establishing a water partnerships office within the Development Bank of Southern Africa to facilitate strategic collaborations with the private sector for investments in water infrastructure.
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