Sewage

Repairs are underway on two cracks in an old Malmö sewage pipeline, with VA Syd continuing to discharge wastewater into the city's canal, as initially announced. Up to 300 liters per second could flow for over two days, per reports.

March 03, 2026 Reported by AI

Residents in Strand, near Cape Town, are facing ongoing sewage leaks that cause foul odours and health concerns. A petition by the group Bays of Sewage — Helderberg highlights risks to public health, recreation, and the local economy. The City of Cape Town maintains that water quality monitoring shows acceptable levels, while critics argue for better real-time alerts.