The lion’s share of the country’s annual rainfall which is for households use, industrial, agricultural and other activities are usually experienced in summer. The summer is behind us now and less rain equate to less water in the storages, and this affect the supplier of water negatively. Let us not use water carelessly with the misconception that the country has more than enough because we are a water-scarce country.

The reality of the matter is that being circumspect in the manner in which we utilise water is not optional, we are actually obligated to do so. The culture of saving water during rainfall seasons should be inculcated to all water users to ensure that we do not experience water shortages during dry seasons such as the upcoming winter.

Municipalities should work around the clock to fix as much leaks as possible because this is the one of the biggest contributors of water losses in the country and it affects the provision of water to the public adversely.

Municipalities should dedicate a toll-free number that can be shared with communities strictly for water leakage reporting, burst pipes with dedicated warm bodies to respond and attempt to address the challenges.  

Should your report not receive the desired attention water users can escalate the matter to (DWS)

Issued by Communication specialist from the Department of Water &Sanitation, Marcus Monyakeni