Johannesburg:Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has announced improvements in the city's water supply following recent outages and low pressure that began on October 19, 2026. Mayor Morero addressed the media to provide an update on the situation, highlighting the progress made in restoring water services.
According to South African Government News Agency, storage levels across Johannesburg's water supply system have risen to 41%, up from 37% the previous day. Efforts are underway to adjust water flows, bulk meters, and network pressures to manage available storage and direct supply to parts of the network still struggling. Despite ongoing improvements, residents may continue to experience reduced pressure or temporary interruptions as this work progresses.
Mayor Morero acknowledged the frustrations faced by residents due to the disruptions, noting that some households have been without water for over 10 days. He emphasized that restoring a reliable water supply remains a priority, urging residents to continue using water sparingly as repairs continue.
In terms of reservoir status, Morero reported that Brixton Reservoir 1 is at approximately 91% capacity with its outlet fully open, while Brixton Reservoir 2 is at about 50%. The Hursthill 2 interlink has been further opened to increase supply to Crosby, Brixton, and Hursthill. Recovery across the Central systems is mixed, with Parktown Reservoir still very low but other areas showing improvement.
Morero also addressed the findings of the South African Human Rights Commission regarding the water situation in Gauteng. He stated that the city welcomes the recommendations and will work with Rand Water to implement them. Additionally, Johannesburg Water is developing a municipally-owned water tanker fleet to reduce reliance on contractors, in line with a Council resolution.
The Mayor concluded by reaffirming the city's commitment to turning system recovery into a stable water supply for every affected household.