by Josh Maraney | Jun 19, 2025 | Uncategorised
Gauteng’s Water Reality in 2025: Why Water Testing and Backup Sources Are No Longer Optional As of June 2025, Gauteng’s water future hangs in a precarious balance. While the Vaal Dam is currently at 107.7% capacity (a rare winter surplus), this masks deeper issues...
by Wikus Venter | Mar 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Recent heavy rainfall has filled the Vaal Dam, Gauteng’s largest reservoir, to full capacity, prompting authorities to open a sluice gate on March 20, 2025, to manage rapidly rising water levels. Despite this abundance, many residents across Johannesburg and...
by Wikus Venter | Oct 10, 2024 | Uncategorised
The Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) is a crucial water supply system for South Africa, particularly the Gauteng province, which includes major cities like Johannesburg and Pretoria. This project supplies over 60% of Gauteng’s water needs. The impact of...
by Wikus Venter | Mar 30, 2023 | Uncategorised
Why should I test my borehole water? Borehole water is a popular source of water for domestic and agricultural use, especially in areas where there is no access to municipal water supply. However, it is important to test borehole water regularly to ensure that it is...
