South Africa

Pietermaritzburg court closes due to water shortage

Matters on the roll rescheduled

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OR Tambo district municipal bosses on Friday made an impassioned plea to residents of King Sabata Dalindyebo and Nyandeni local municipalities, in particular, to assist in safeguarding crucial municipal assets that are designed to ensure a sustainable supply of clean water to needy areas.
Internal contingency measures have been exhausted, leading to the temporary closure of the Pietermaritzburg high court building. (123RF/ Weerapat Kiatdumrong)

The Pietermaritzburg high court was closed on Wednesday due to a water shortage.

“The area is experiencing an ongoing water shortage since 10 February 2026, which has impacted on court operations. Internal contingency measures have since been exhausted, leading to the temporary closure of the building,” the Office of the Chief Justice said in a statement.

It said affected parties would be contacted regarding alternative arrangements for all matters scheduled on the court roll for the day. Operations are expected to resume on Thursday.

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