eThekwini Municipality water rationing decision criticized

eThekwini Municipality water rationing decision criticized

The Phoenix Ratepayers Association has criticized the eThekwini Municipality's decision to implement water rationing without any public consultation. 

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The municipality announced on Friday the move is part of its efforts to manage the high demand.

Spokesperson Alice Govender says the decision to implement water rationing is outrageous and will not bring the desired outcome.

READ: eThekwini implements water rationing

"These areas are currently undergoing phases where they don't have any water. So, to go and implement a water curtailment in an area that’s not getting water for days at a time, make no sense.

"Civic bodies need to have a seat at the decision-making table. So, don't engage with the civil society for the sake of, but engage you really want our help and you going to use the help."

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