Gauteng Water Crisis: Activists Point to Infrastructure Failures, Not Climate Ch

Gauteng faces an ongoing water crisis, with activists and experts like Dr. Ferrial Adam highlighting poor infrastructure as the main culprit. Following warnings from Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi about potential water shortages during the festive season, advocacy group Water Can emphasized that the province’s aging water facilities, leaking pipes, and inadequate maintenance—not climate change—are the root causes of frequent water disruptions. Despite multiple water cuts affecting residents this year, solutions remain unclear as the region struggles with a failing water system.