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The Latest on Joburg’s Crisis & the Fight to Fix It
The People Have Spoken. The President Has Listened. Now We Need Action.
Johannesburg’s water crisis is not simply about scarcity — it is a governance failure. Years of political instability, weak leadership, and neglected infrastructure have left residents without reliable access to a basic human need. While President Cyril Ramaphosa has now stepped in to lead a national Water Crisis Committee, this must not become another structure without consequences.
Joburg Crisis Alliance Demands Transparency and Accountability from City Leadership
The Joburg Crisis Alliance calls for full transparency in the City of Johannesburg’s coalition agreements and demands an independent performance assessment system for all MMCs. This follows calls by the Minority Governing Parties (MGP) Coalition to remove the MMC for Community Development.
Dry Taps, Empty Promises: Joburg Communities Demand Accountability in Water Crisis
Johannesburg’s water crisis has reached breaking point. Communities in Claremont, Westbury, and Coronationville remain without water despite the Mayor’s seven-day promise. With R4 billion diverted from Johannesburg Water, residents are left to suffer while leaders roll out the red carpet for G20 dignitaries. Enough is enough—Johannesburg needs accountability, leadership, and urgent action.
No Water, No Trust: Crisis Alliance Demands Accountability
Joburg residents are tired of empty taps and broken promises. The Mayor has seven days to restore water—or step down. Communities are watching, waiting, and still thirsty.