Author: Anastacia Ledwaba

Bronkhorstspruit residents have been warned that their water remains unsafe for consumption as the City of Tshwane continues efforts to rehabilitate the local water treatment plant following a gastrointestinal illness outbreak that affected more than 800 people. Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya made the announcement during a media briefing at the Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Works on Tuesday, where she outlined progress in restoring the facility. According to Moya, Rand Water’s initial assessment identified extensive sludge accumulation in the clear-water tanks, dissolved air flotation units and filters. The assessment also highlighted deficiencies in pumping and filtration equipment, chemical management, maintenance arrangements…