Power outage interrupts water supply in Ekurhuleni, Tshwane metros
A widespread power outage in Ekurhuleni has halted operations at Rand Water’s Boksburg pumping station, disrupting water supply to six municipalities. Rand Water reports that it has received no timeline for electricity restoration from the city.
Why it matters
The disruption highlights critical infrastructure vulnerabilities and the impact of municipal service delivery failures on essential water access for millions.
PRETORIA – A widespread power outage in Ekurhuleni has disrupted water supply from Rand Water’s Mapleton Pumping Station, leaving at least six municipalities affected.
The municipalities include Lesedi, Govan Mbeki, Victor Khanya and Thembisile Hani, as well as the Ekurhuleni and Tshwane metros.
The Boksburg pumping station has been unable to operate since the electricity interruption was reported on Monday.
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