WATCH | Leaks, burst pipes muddy city's troubled waters

JOHANNESBURG - Residents of Joburg continue to be asked to use water sparingly as the City of Joburg struggles to provide one of its most essential services. 

READ: WATCH | Can the country's water crisis be resolved? 

Parallel to this is the fact that it often takes weeks for the city to attend to burst pipes and leaks resulting in irreversible water loss. 

Addressing these leaks and pipe bursts is set to cost Joburg Water billions, while the actual plan to do this remains vague. 

READ: Discussion | Can SA overcome water challenges and avoid a water crisis?

eNCA reporter Hloni Mtimkulu hit the streets of Joburg to find out just how bad the issue is.