The City of Tshwane’s planned nine-hour work on Temba Water Purification Plant on Wednesday forms part of the Klipdrift Package Plant Project, which is envisaged to provide water to residents in the area starting from next month.
As a result of the work, the City has announced a plant shutdown, which is likely to affect areas such as Dilopye, Reefentse, Hammanskraal, Sekampaneng, Kanana, Suurman, Kekana Garden, Temba, Majaneng, Kudube Unit 5, 7 and D.
Municipal spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said the water and sanitation department will carry out the installation of a CCTV camera to inspect the integrity of the existing pipeline to reservoir No 4.
He said: “This essential work forms part of the Klipdrift Package Plant Project which is being implemented by Magalies Water to supply clean water to Temba Reservoir No 4. It is imperative that the pipe be inspected in order to determine if it can still be used or has to be replaced since it has not been in operation for over four years.”
He said the reservoir will be filled to capacity prior to the shutdown.
“The City of Tshwane apologises for the inconvenience that may arise as a result of the above-mentioned planned work. We appeal to all residents to always use water sparingly. The City encourages residents to assist in conserving and using water sparingly,” Mashigo said.
Meanwhile on Saturday, Utility Services MMC Themba Fosi and MMC for Finance, Jacqui Uys, led a community outreach event in Hammanskraal at Makgoba Sebothoma Hall, to address critical water issues and finance-related concerns in Wards 75 and 76.
Fosi said: “The engagement provided residents with essential updates on the Klipdrift Water Treatment Plant, which is set to commence with the first phase of safe tap water to Hammanskraal by October 2024.”
He said the project is expected to significantly improve water quality in the area, addressing the long-standing water challenges that have affected the community.
He said the meeting also highlighted the importance of the indigent programme, urging eligible residents to register for assistance.
“The outreach emphasised the City’s commitment to ensuring that residents have reliable access to potable water, while also addressing concerns raised about the timelines and quality of water supply in the interim,” he said.
During the outreach, officials offered assistance with municipal billing queries and facilitated registrations for the indigent programme, ensuring vulnerable residents have access to municipal support services.
Fosi said: “The City is committed to working closely with all stakeholders to ensure that projects such as the Klipdrift Water Treatment Plant are completed on time and meet the community’s needs. Residents of Hammanskraal are encouraged to continue engaging with the City through these outreach initiatives, as they provide an invaluable platform for collaboration and problem-solving.”
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