Water report shows decline in water quality, management

JOHANNESBURG - The first Blue and No Drop Water report in nearly a decade has been released.

It assesses water quality as well as water conservation and demand.

In general, it does not paint a good picture, showing a decline in water quality and management and an increase in unstable systems.

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The interim green drop report – regulating wastewater treatment works – was also released.

The Blue and No Drop report and interim Green Drop report point to increasing problems that need urgent attention.

For example, just 46% of water was fit for consumption last year.