Critical water issues in Geduld
Kestell – The farming community between Harrismith and Kestell are facing massive challenges in accessing safe water and is forced to get it from a nearby stream which is not safe for drinking.
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Tough living for the people of Zuzokuhle informal settlement
Residents of Zuzokuhle, informal settlement in Howick, face tough challenges every day with no electricity and poor access to toilets and water and long distances to a clinic.
Community demands clean water
The people of Skaaprus, almost 10km away from Ermelo, get their water from a stream they share with animals. “We have been struggling to get clean water for the past 25 years,” said Thabsile Bongwe, 57 years old. “The ward…
Water supply affected due to water works
The refurbishment of Vondo Water Scheme in Phiphidi village is causing critical water shortages in the Vhembe district. Vhembe District municipal spokesperson Matidzi Ralushai confirmed that the two-month program, which started last week will cause serious water interruptions to the…
‘Forgotten’ community shares stream with animals
Bethlehem – The community of Vergeet Nie farm, about 30 km from Bethlehem, has a very limited water supply and makeshift toilets. “There is a problem of water supply here in this farm, despite being promised a water tank by…
Baipeing remains neglected
Bethlehem – In March this year OurHealth reported on the poor water and sanitation in Bethlehem in the Free State that affects the Captain Charles community, better known as the Baipeing community. On a follow-up visit to the Baipeing community,…
School toilets in shocking state
Millions of people do not have access to proper sanitation and in South African schools the situation is especially dire. Health-e News Service conducted an informal survey of the state of 17 schools' toilets that fall within four of the National Health Insurance (NHI) pilot districts. At all 17 schools the toilets were in a shocking condition. By OurHealth Reporters.