26/07/2025
MATJHABENG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
WATER SUPPLY UPDATE
26 JULY 2025
Dear Residents,
The Matjhabeng Local Municipality would like to inform the public about the latest developments regarding the ongoing water restoration efforts, as communicated by Vaal Central Water.
This morning, during line-filling, the team discovered that a scour valve on the pipeline was partially closed. Due to high water pressure in the line, gaining access to the valve proved difficult.
To manage the water levels, an additional pump was sourced from Harmony Mine. Upon further inspection, it was found that the valve was actually stuck in a semi-closed position.
To avoid delays, the team has collected a replacement valve from Balkfontein, which will be installed in series with the existing valve.
This will help reduce turnaround time, even though the pipeline is still partially full.
Please note that the second pipeline continues to supply 60 megalitres per day (ML/d) since midnight on 23 July 2025.
We appreciate your patience and will continue to keep you updated as progress is made.
Issued by:
Matjhabeng Local Municipality
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