Department of Water and Sanitation.
department of the South African government
- Reports this week
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- Active events
- 5
- Connections
- 51
What's happening
Active this week
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Johannesburg is managing its water crisis, with government focus on handling the situation and planning necessary water infrastructure funding.Well supported5 reports
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Industrial complex impacts river catchments as SEZ advances in Northern Limpopo, prompting a DWS water supply report.Some support1 report
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DWS reported on the current water levels within the Northern Cape province.Some support1 report
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Oversight of the emergency water supply intervention.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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The Department of Water and Sanitation monitored water shortages across several provinces and noted shared river systems with neighboring countries.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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A joint investigation team has been formed to look into E. coli detection at Rhodes University.Some support1 report
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NICD recorded cases in Gauteng while DWS investigated water contamination in the province.Well supported4 reports
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DWS laid criminal charges against Ekurhuleni Water Care Company amid heightened El Niño risks in Gauteng.Some support1 report
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Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Plant capacity is sharply diminishing due to neglect.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Deteriorating raw-water quality at Rietvlei Dam is affecting its use, prompting a Deputy Minister site visit.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Pemmy Majodina approved a bulk water supply programme to manage the national water crisis response in South Africa.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Pemmy Majodina leads the Department of Water and Sanitation as the Vhembe District Municipality owes outstanding payments to the department.Some support1 report
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The Department of Water and Sanitation supported municipalities to enhance water security in the Western Cape in 2015.Some support1 report
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The Department of Water and Sanitation addressed water shortages and managed resources in KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A joint oversight visit was conducted regarding a mine incident by the Department of Water and Sanitation.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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The Department of Water and Sanitation participates in the WISA conference as preparations begin for the UN Water Conference.Some support1 report
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Consultations regarding water and sanitation are being held or expected across several provinces, including the Northern Cape, North West, Free State, Gauteng, and Eastern Cape.Some support5 reports
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The Department of Water and Sanitation is allocating billions in funding and establishing a National Water Crisis Committee across several provinces.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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President Ramaphosa launched a new water programme targeting rural communities across KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Gauteng, marking Mandela Day.Well supported11 reports
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SALGA urged cooperation from relevant parties regarding ongoing water issues.Some support1 report
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A partnership between UNICEF and a Department of Water and Sanitation promoting global public health awareness (based on 2015 events).Some support2 reports
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In 2015, Minister Nomvula Mokonyane visited KwaZulu-Natal regarding the drought, leading the Department of Water and Sanitation. Senzo Mchunu met with her during the oversight visit, while James Nxumalo served as Executive Mayor in the affected municipality.Some support1 report
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South Africa's Department of Water and Sanitation addressed critical service failures in the Northern Cape and submitted its annual budget votes to parliament.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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What's reaching Department of Water and Sanitation
Events traced to Department of Water and Sanitation, step by step, newest first- Illegal mining in Roodepoort strains water resources managed by DWSIllegal mining in Roodepoort strains water resources managed by DWSPossible
- New integrated settlement could increase water demands on Department of Water and SanitationDepartment of Water and Sanitation may face increased infrastructure demands from new housing projectPossible
- KINETIC's mining expansion may strain water regulation in LimpopoThe Department of Water and Sanitation faces increased regulatory risk from industrial water demands in LimpopoPossible
- Water crisis exposes DWS's regulatory failure in Limpopo and GautengThe water crisis exposes the DWS's failure in regulatory oversight and service delivery.Likely
- ANC's health focus may increase operational demands on DWSThe Department of Water and Sanitation may face increased operational demands due to ANC's health pledges.Possible
- Historic floods and drought may strain water department operationsThe Department of Water and Sanitation faces increased operational strain from climate shocksLikely
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- Migrant influx may strain South Africa's water and sanitation capacityThe Department of Water and Sanitation may face increased operational demands due to migrant influx.Likely
- Severe weather may strain water services in Eastern Cape and KZNFlooding from severe weather may strain water infrastructure and operations in Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal.Reported
Explainers that pass through Department of Water and Sanitation
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News at the entities that move Department of Water and Sanitation most-
Gauteng StructuralGauteng's crime prevention model is influencing Durban's safety plan, leading to planned officer deployment.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
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South Africa StructuralSouth African forces deployed near Eswatini and along the Limpopo River to safeguard borders against illegal crossings toward Zimbabwe.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
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Cyril Ramaphosa StructuralRamaphosa appointed Bernard Ngoepe to head the BoI panel.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
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National Treasury StructuralSouthern Africa faces a potential devastating El Niño cycle, compounded by high debt ratios limiting emergency fiscal response.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
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Jacob Zuma OperationalCyril Ramaphosa campaigned in KwaZulu-Natal and criticized Jacob Zuma's party.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
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KwaZulu-Natal StructuralPresident Cyril Ramaphosa spoke at a settlement project in KwaZulu-Natal on October 30, 2026.Moves Department of Water and Sanitation
Connections
The 40 strongest of 51, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Gauteng Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates as a governmental agency within the jurisdiction of Gauteng, managing water resources and crises.
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South Africa Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation is a national governmental body operating under the umbrella of the South African government.
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Jack Bloom Structural
Jack Bloom serves as the Deputy Minister within the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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KwaZulu-Natal Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation is structurally responsible for managing and providing water services within the province of KwaZulu-Natal.
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Pemmy Majodina Structural
Pemmy Majodina serves as the designated leader and official representative for the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Cyril Ramaphosa Structural
Ramaphosa provides high-level executive leadership, establishes oversight bodies, and addresses the operational status of the Department of Water and Sanitation during the national water crisis.
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Nomvula Mokonyane Structural
Nomvula Mokonyane holds the leadership role within the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Mogale City Local Municipality Structural
A operates under the functional mandate and oversight of B regarding municipal water and wastewater systems.
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Limpopo Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation exercises regulatory oversight and implements water projects within the Limpopo province.
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Eastern Cape Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates and allocates bulk water supply programs within the Eastern Cape province.
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Rand Water Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation formally appointed Rand Water to address water leaks.
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National Treasury Structural
The National Treasury provides the necessary financial resources and planning oversight for the operational mandate of the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Johannesburg Operational
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates within the functional context of Johannesburg to manage the city's critical water and sanitation needs.
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Watercom Structural
Watercom operates under the mandate of the Department of Water and Sanitation to manage national water action plans.
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Gwede Mantashe Operational
The Department of Water and Sanitation engages in joint oversight functions with Gwede Mantashe concerning a specific mine incident.
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parliament Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation submits its annual budget and presents findings to the legislature.
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Clanwilliam Dam Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation holds a management and oversight function over the Clanwilliam Dam for resource allocation.
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Western Cape Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates within the Western Cape province to manage water resources and enhance water security.
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Water Research Commission Structural
The Water Research Commission functions as a funded and mandated entity within the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Rietvlei Dam Structural
The dam's operational status, including raw-water quality, is monitored and regulated by the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Aaron Motsoaledi Operational
The Minister of Health and the Department of Water and Sanitation engaged in coordination regarding public health and sanitation issues.
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Vaal Dam Structural
The Department of Water and Sanitation monitors the hydrological reports and status of the Vaal Dam.
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Northern Cape Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates within the Northern Cape province to manage water services and address critical failures.
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South African Police Service Shared context
Both government entities operate within the same national context.
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Makana Local Municipality Operational
Makana Local Municipality and the Department of Water and Sanitation are members of a joint investigation team.
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Jacob Zuma Operational
Jacob Zuma utilized the Department of Water and Sanitation to recruit trainees.
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UNICEF Mentioned together
The relationship is characterized by a partnership focused on promoting global public health awareness.
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Mozambique Shared context
The two entities share common river systems, placing them in a shared geographical and environmental context.
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North West Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation conducts operations and consultations within the geographical boundaries of the North West region.
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Nelson Mandela Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation is associated with national observances related to Nelson Mandela.
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Knysna Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation operates within the geographical area of Knysna, managing local water infrastructure.
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Lesotho Shared context
Lesotho and the Department of Water and Sanitation share transboundary river systems.
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Namibia Shared context
The two entities share common river systems as a geographical context.
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Omphile Maotwe Mentioned together
No direct coupling evidence found between the Department of Water and Sanitation and Omphile Maotwe in the provided timeline.
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Zimbabwe Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation and Zimbabwe share common river systems, placing them in a shared hydrological context.
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Ekurhuleni Water Care Company Structural
Ekurhuleni Water Care Company is formally regulated by the Department of Water and Sanitation, as evidenced by criminal charges.
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Free State Shared context
The Department of Water and Sanitation is expected to conduct consultations within the Free State.
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Eskom Structural
Eskom's operations are subject to regulatory oversight by the Department of Water and Sanitation.
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Wisa Mentioned together
The Department of Water and Sanitation is co-mentioned with Wisa in the context of a conference.
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Gugile Nkwinti Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not describe any relationship between Gugile Nkwinti and the Department of Water and Sanitation.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Industrial complex impacts river catchments as SEZ advances in Northern Limpopo, prompting a DWS water supply report.
- DWS reported on the current water levels within the Northern Cape province.
- The Department of Water and Sanitation monitored water shortages across several provinces and noted shared river systems with neighboring countries.
- A joint investigation team has been formed to look into E. coli detection at Rhodes University.
- NICD recorded cases in Gauteng while DWS investigated water contamination in the province.
- DWS laid criminal charges against Ekurhuleni Water Care Company amid heightened El Niño risks in Gauteng.
September 2026
4 events- Bronkhorstspruit Water Treatment Plant capacity is sharply diminishing due to neglect.
- Deteriorating raw-water quality at Rietvlei Dam is affecting its use, prompting a Deputy Minister site visit.
- Pemmy Majodina leads the Department of Water and Sanitation as the Vhembe District Municipality owes outstanding payments to the department.
- The Department of Water and Sanitation supported municipalities to enhance water security in the Western Cape in 2015.
August 2026
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July 2026
6 events- Johannesburg is managing its water crisis, with government focus on handling the situation and planning necessary water infrastructure funding.
- Oversight of the emergency water supply intervention.
- The Department of Water and Sanitation participates in the WISA conference as preparations begin for the UN Water Conference.
- Consultations regarding water and sanitation are being held or expected across several provinces, including the Northern Cape, North West, Free State, Gauteng, and Eastern Cape.
- President Ramaphosa launched a new water programme targeting rural communities across KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, and Gauteng, marking Mandela Day.
- SALGA urged cooperation from relevant parties regarding ongoing water issues.
June 2026
5 events- Pemmy Majodina approved a bulk water supply programme to manage the national water crisis response in South Africa.
- The Department of Water and Sanitation is allocating billions in funding and establishing a National Water Crisis Committee across several provinces.
- A partnership between UNICEF and a Department of Water and Sanitation promoting global public health awareness (based on 2015 events).
- In 2015, Minister Nomvula Mokonyane visited KwaZulu-Natal regarding the drought, leading the Department of Water and Sanitation. Senzo Mchunu met with her during the oversight visit, while James Nxumalo served as Executive Mayor in the affected municipality.
- South Africa's Department of Water and Sanitation addressed critical service failures in the Northern Cape and submitted its annual budget votes to parliament.