Water Supply
Residents of Avadi have urged the municipal corporation to provide additional drinking water amid peak summer and drying borewells. The civic body is planning to strengthen pipeline infrastructure to address shortages in rapidly growing areas.
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The Metropolitan Waterworks and Sewerage System-Regulatory Office ordered Maynilad Water Services Inc. to pay a P54.28 million fine for repeated interruptions from its water treatment plants. It also mandated refunds of P327.96 per affected water service connection, to appear on bills by May 2026.
Following the first phase of Rand Water's scheduled maintenance at Zuikerbosch, Johannesburg's water supply has seen significant disruptions, with low reservoir levels prompting controlled shutdowns in areas like Sandton, Midrand, and central networks. Officials briefed on recovery on December 17, with water tankers supporting affected residents amid ongoing phases.
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Residents of Johannesburg are preparing for potential water shortages over the festive season as Rand Water shuts down two key treatment stations for maintenance. The work, spanning from 13 December 2025 to 8 January 2026, will affect supplies in several areas including Soweto and Randburg. Authorities have outlined contingency measures, including deploying water tankers, to mitigate the impact.
The government of Mexico state launched Operation Caudal to dismantle criminal networks stealing and illegally selling water across 48 municipalities. Authorities raided clandestine wells and tankers, detaining seven people and seizing hundreds of vehicles. The water was sold up to 59% above regulated prices, without proper potabilization.