Author Archives: WaterCAN

WaterCAN raises alarming concerns over Glyphosate usage in Vaal River A herbicide will be sprayed on the Vaal River to combat the water lettuce and hyacinth problem. Image: WaterCAN WaterCAN, […]

WaterCAN strongly condemns brutal police response to peaceful water protesters WaterCAN strongly condemns police violence towards water protesters, urging accountability for this assault on democratic rights. Image: Unsplash In a […]

WaterCAN asks public to help track water leaks and “billing for air” We’re building a map to track water leaks and lack of water across the country, and running a […]

WaterCAN commends Minister for reminding water services authorities to do their jobs or face the consequences We hope to see improvements reflected in the next Blue Drop and Green Drop […]

WaterCAN’s Dr. Ferrial Adam Honored with Daily Maverick Environmental Champ of the Year 2023 Championing Environmental Justice: Dr. Ferrial Adam’s Award Reflects WaterCAN’s Impactful Initiatives in 2023. Image: WaterCAN WaterCAN […]

Nearly half of the water supplied by municipalities fails quality tests Blue Drop, Green Drop and No Drop reports show how municipalities fail, fail, fail to meet compliance standards. Image: […]

Sasol case drags on, but does pollution stop? Speedy prosecution, an end to pollution and payment for rehabilitation is essential, says WaterCAN. Image: WaterCAN The criminal case against Sasol for […]

WaterCAN, civil society and key water authorities work towards setting up a water forum in Johannesburg The forum was proposed by civil society after a constructive meeting with water authorities […]

Where is the money coming from for the Joburg water infrastructure upgrades? Clear budgets, records of spending and timelines are needed to improve transparency and public confidence Image: WaterCAN WaterCAN, […]