A minister announced drought relief funding for water shortages affecting the Eastern Cape and Northern Cape.

The entities involved

• South Africa →

  country in southern Africa

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• Eastern Cape →

  province of South Africa

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• Western Cape →

  province of South Africa

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  • SAPS leadership is operating within the Western Cape province.Thu 14:20

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• Water shortages in Johannesburg, South Africa, are causing political unrest, leading to anger among voters and eroding support for the ruling African National Congress.Aug 11
• South Africa and Cape Town are facing resource strain due to low rainfall.Aug 6
• Rents rose 9.7% in the Western Cape, which is now ranked as the most expensive province in South Africa.Sat 12:11
• The city of Gqeberha, South Africa, is currently facing severe challenges with its water supply.Jul 30