Officials told to prioritise clean water supply to tackle summer challenges in rural areas

Officials told to prioritise clean water supply to tackle summer challenges in rural areas

Commissioner directs officials to prioritize clean drinking water supply in Ballari district, addressing various health and agricultural issues.

Innovative steps must be taken to tackle the country’s water challenges

By Yershen Pillay, CEO of the Chemicals Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) MORE than three million South Africans lack access to essential water, and 19% of rural communities in South Africa do not have access to a reliable water supply. An estimated 26% of our schools face severe water supply challenges, and only 23%...