R1.87 billion water security project earmarked for NW municipality
Residents of Cokonyane in Taung say access to water remains a serious concern.
The Doctor Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality in the North West Province of South Africa is set to tackle its water security issues with a R1.87 billion project, one of eight national priorities for infrastructure development. This project will specifically focus on enhancing the water security for the district's residents.
In Taung, residents of Cokonyane express their ongoing struggle with water access. The residents of Cokonyane must pay R1 for every water delivery and sometimes go without bathing when they run out of money. Additionally, the lack of taps in homes and malfunctioning communal taps create significant inconveniences, particularly for school children who must prepare for classes without sufficient water. This situation has been exacerbated by previous stalled water and sanitation initiatives.
However, municipal mayor Motseokae Maje notes that the municipality is taking significant steps forward. He acknowledges that the municipality is among the top in the district for having a serious delivery backlog, particularly in water and sanitation. In response, they have implemented both medium- and long-term strategies. Maje emphasizes their recent efforts to oversee completed water and sanitation projects spread across the region, including the construction of water treatment plants, as the community's health is a crucial concern.
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