EXECUTIVE MAYOR CONTINUES OVERSIGHT @KASIBC_NEWS

EXECUTIVE MAYOR CONTINUES OVERSIGHT @KASIBC_NEWS 

The Executive Mayor, Councillor Lucky Sele, accompanied by the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Infrastructure Development Services, Councillor Peter Modise, conducted a two-day oversight visit to the Kenmare Water Pump Station, Factoria Reservoir, Munsieville Reservoir, Dan Pienaar Reservoir, Western Bypass and Rand Water Depot on 23rd May & 24th May 2025. 

The visit follows continued water supply interruptions which have severely impacted several residential areas within the municipality. The purpose of the engagement was to assess the root causes of the slow water recovery, monitor current infrastructure performance, and expedite coordination between the municipality and external stakeholders—particularly Rand Water. 

On the 23rd of May, the Rand Water outflow was at 530.8 kl/h and made a significant improvement recording of 750 kl/h this morning.  During the oversight, technical reports and observations confirmed that the abovementioned stations are experiencing reduced pumping capacity due to an inconsistent flow of bulk water supply. 

This is largely attributed to system pressure imbalances and delayed recovery. As a result, reservoir levels in Kenmare, Rant-en-Dal, Munsieville, Lewisham and parts of Noordheuwel remain critically low, with some reservoirs operating below the 20% threshold required for effective reticulation. 

In addition, airlocks within the pipeline network and ageing mechanical components at the pump stations have further compromised water pressure and distribution. Mayor Sele reaffirmed the municipality’s commitment to urgent and coordinated intervention. Engineers have been instructed to fast-track pressure balancing and de-airing operations.  

“We have escalated the matter to our provincial counterparts. The stabilisation of the systems is now a top priority, and all available resources are being mobilised to restore consistent water supply to our communities,” said Mayor Sele. 

We are pleased to report that water supply has been restored in most parts of the municipality. Our team will continue to monitor the system to ensure consistent pressure and supply across all affected areas. 

Residents are urged to use water sparingly and report any visible leaks or unauthorised usage to the municipal Customer Care Centre. Water tankers remain deployed in highpriority areas as an interim relief measure.