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No Water for Over 2 Months in Hammanskraal: Residents Demand Answers

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Parts of Hammanskraal, including Temba, Oukasi, Rockville, and Lebonen - have been without water for more than two months. Residents say they’ve had no communication from local councillors or the City of Tshwane on when water will be restored. Frustrations are mounting as families struggle to access water. Phemelo hears from Hammanskraal resident Advocate Moafrica Wa Maila, who’s calling for urgent intervention.
23 Jul 6PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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