Local government elections make water a hot topic

Politicians on the stump are turning to one of the most pressing problems in a country that is struggling to overcome mismanagement, drought and corruption to keep the taps running

12 September 2021 - 00:00

SA's water crisis was in the election spotlight this week ahead of voting for local governments on November 1. Senior politicians went to visit the areas worst hit...

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