Mangaung Metro
By Thobeka Makume
Mangaung Metro spokesperson Qondile Khedama announced on Monday, 28 April 2025, that residents are being alerted to a rapid decline in catchment water quality, resulting in reduced water pressure in Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu, and surrounding areas.
According to the City, there has been a significant drop in water clarity, marked by a high loading of suspended solids, which has placed pressure on treatment operations at the Lesaka reservoirs. The situation has necessitated an increased frequency of sludge clearing and filter backwashing at the treatment facility, which in turn is impacting operational storage levels.
Khedama confirmed that the areas of Botshabelo, Thaba Nchu, and adjacent communities are expected to experience reduced water pressure as the City undertakes corrective operational measures to address the challenge.
The City has urged residents to use water sparingly during this period to help stabilise the levels at the reservoirs while the technical teams work on solutions. “Members of the community will be constantly updated,” Khedama said, emphasising that the municipality remains committed to minimising inconvenience.
Mangaung Metro apologised for the inconvenience caused and reaffirmed its dedication to restoring normal water supply levels as soon as possible.
The issue of catchment water quality degradation is being closely monitored, with additional interventions being explored to strengthen water security for affected areas. Residents are encouraged to report any abnormalities such as severely discoloured water, low pressure, or complete outages to municipal call centres for immediate attention.
The municipality’s water team continues to prioritise maintenance of reservoir levels and the quality of drinking water supplied to the communities, even under these strained conditions.
As water quality management becomes increasingly important due to environmental and seasonal challenges, Mangaung Metro officials are working alongside national and provincial partners to implement sustainable, long-term solutions to safeguard water supply across the region.
Updates regarding the progress of repairs and operational improvements will be shared regularly with residents through municipal communication platforms and local media outlets.
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