- Rand Water is scheduled to undertake critical maintenance on its key infrastructure starting tomorrow.
29 May 2025, as part of its commitment to ensuring a sustainable and efficient water supply. The objective of this planned maintenance is to increase capacity and improve plant availability, reliability, and operational efficiency, thereby supporting a more resilient and adaptable water supply network in preparation for the anticipated increase in supply volumes from August 2025.
Maintenance activities will commence at different times and locations across various municipalities. However, it is important to note that the main maintenance operation is scheduled to begin on 29 May at 03h00 and is expected to be completed on 02 June at 17h00.
During the maintenance period, pumping capacity will be reduced at the Eikenhof, Palmiet, Mapleton, and Zwartkopjes systems. As a result, areas within the cities of Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, and Tshwane may experience low water pressure or intermittent supply. The maintenance may also impact water provision to the local municipalities of Rand West, Mogale City, Merafong, Madibeng, Lesedi, Govan Mbeki, Rustenburg, Royal Bafokeng Administration, and Victor Khanye, Thembisile Hani, Midvaal and Emfuleni. The maintenance work has been strategically scheduled during the low consumption months of May to July 2025 to minimise disruptions and better manage the potential impact on water supply.
Author: Bryan Groenendaal
