Blog by Jonathan
South Africa’s next big crisis – this time with water – is here, and it will have a much bigger impact than our energy crisis. But citizen science activism can help turn it around. Dr Ferrial Adam, WaterCAN’s executive manager, explains how.
Credit: OUTA
The state of our water resources affects us al...Jonathan
17.09.2024 19:04:57 - Comment(s)
Mismanagement and Neglect Expose Mogale City Residents to Health Risks Amid Sewage Crisis
Reports of wilful and persistent sewage pollution by the City of Mogale reveal more than an environmental disaster; they highlight a human rights violation with the potential to cause a public health crisis. The...
Jonathan
17.09.2024 03:50:16 - Comment(s)
Water Monitoring Day with nationwide water testing campaign
WaterCAN, an initiative of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA), is proud to announce its 3rd annual water testing month this September, in collaboration with the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens. This initiative is part of the ...
Jonathan
04.09.2024 20:03:45 - Comment(s)
The water supply situation will only improve when municipal managers face charges over failed water supply
WaterCAN is deeply concerned about the ongoing water outages affecting the communities of Makhanda and eThekwini. These disruptions have caused significant inconvenience and hardship for residen...
Jonathan
30.08.2024 21:53:32 - Comment(s)
WaterCAN calls on municipalities to warn the public about contaminated tap water
11 municipalities across six provinces consistently failing water quality tests without alerting residents
The Blue Drop Report released in 2023 highlights the fact that at least 46% of drinking systems don’t comply with ...
Jonathan
02.07.2024 23:55:14 - Comment(s)
