Rand Water and Eskom Warn of Winter Service Disruptions in Gauteng

Rand Water and Eskom are conducting winter maintenance in Gauteng, South Africa, leading to a planned 19-day water supply shutdown starting May 17, 2026. The shutdown comes as financial constraints prevent the use of water tankers to ease shortages, affecting millions of residents and businesses. These disruptions risk significant challenges for daily water access and economic activities in the region during the maintenance period.