Tshwane schedules a planned 10-hour water shutdown
The City of Tshwane will implement a 10-hour water shutdown in Babelegi supply areas on Thursday, urging residents to prepare.
The City of Tshwane has confirmed a planned 10-hour water shutdown affecting several communities supplied by the Babelegi Reservoir and Tower. The interruption is set for Thursday, 26 March, from 7:00 to 17:00.
The city said the shutdown is part of essential infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving long-term water supply reliability. The city urged residents to prepare in advance by storing sufficient water for domestic use.
In a notice issued to residents, the city stated it “wishes to remind customers in the supply areas of the Babelegi Reservoir and Tower about a planned shutdown of water supply.” Authorities emphasised that the work cannot proceed without temporarily halting water distribution.
Infrastructure upgrades behind the water shutdown
According to the city, the water shutdown will allow technicians to install critical components at the reservoir. The city explained that the shutdown “is necessitated by the need to carry out the installation of an inlet and bypass system on the reservoir meter.”
This upgrade is expected to enhance system efficiency and improve water flow management in the area. While the short-term inconvenience may disrupt daily routines, the city believes the improvements will contribute to a more stable supply network.
Areas affected and water-saving measures
The water shutdown will affect multiple areas, including Kekana, Refilwe, Mandela Village, Marokolong, Ramotse, Babelegi Industries, Rockville, and Leboneng.
The city acknowledged the disruption and said it “sincerely apologises for the inconvenience that may be encountered because of the above-mentioned planned work.” Residents have been encouraged to use water sparingly before and during the outage.
To reduce strain on the system, the city advised residents to avoid activities such as watering gardens, washing cars, cleaning driveways with hosepipes, and filling swimming pools. It also recommended that households “flush toilet only when necessary” during this period.
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