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    • The Water Crisis In Grahamstown Is Quite Dire

      09 May 2023 by Tayla / No Comments

      Rhodes University students and Makhanda residents are fed up with the ongoing water crisis that is keeping parts of Grahamstown as dry as a stone.

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    • Looks Like Cape Town Will Be Getting Water Disruptions, Too

      02 May 2023 by Tayla / No Comments

      Residents in the affected areas may experience low water pressure and some may have no water.

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    • People With Pools And Gardens In South Africa Have Been Called Out By The Guardian

      11 Apr 2023 by Tayla / No Comments

      The Guardian has just called out the rich of Cape Town and beyond for their lush swimming pools, well-watered gardens, and clean cars.

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    • Meet The Mariner Who Was On A Mission To Transport An Iceberg From Antarctica To Cape Town

      24 Mar 2023 by Tayla / No Comments

      A book excerpt has been released introducing readers to colourful characters with big ideas about ice, including this one mariner on a mission to transport an iceberg from Antarctica to SA.

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    • SA Water Influencer – Sorry, Sommelier – Is Here To Tell You That Some Water Is Better Than Others

      28 Oct 2022 by Tayla / No Comments

      Candice Jansen is not only creating water menus for top restaurants across the country, but she’s also informing the masses about its varying tastes.

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    • They’re Using Drones To Make Fake Rain In The UAE [Videos]

      22 Jul 2021 by Tayla / No Comments

      One of the hottest countries in the world is providing funding for scientists and meteorologists to make fake rain using advanced drone technology.

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    • Sea Point Streets Flooded As Burst Pipe Wreaks Havoc [Videos]

      03 Nov 2020 by Carrie / No Comments

      A burst pipe in Sea Point has left two roads flooded, and residents in the area without water.

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    • Dips In The Ocean – Daily Habit Is Getting Its Medical Benefit Moment [Video]

      24 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments

      Other than surfers, most of us avoid swimming in freezing water, but it might be time to rethink that.

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    • Latest On That Guy Selling Water In Constantia

      30 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments

      Paul Baise has been struggling to empty his water tanks amidst legal proceedings, which began when he was busted selling water during the drought.

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    • Constantia Man Charged With Illegally Selling Mountain Water And Throttling His Neighbour

      09 Apr 2019 by Carrie / No Comments

      A Constantia man is facing charges of illegally selling mountain water by the truckload during the drought, as well as throttling his neighbour.

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    • New Doccie Features Cape Town And Our Day Zero Water Crisis [Trailer]

      28 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments

      Cape Town features prominently in the new documentary, ‘Waterwise’, about how we use and value water worldwide.

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    • Bill Gates Wants To Completely Reinvent The Toilet [Video]

      07 Nov 2018 by Carrie / 1 Comment

      Bill Gates wants to save lives, by inventing a toilet that eliminates harmful pathogens and converts bodily waste into clean water and fertiliser.

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    • Advice From A Company That’s Been Here Throughout Cape Town’s Drought Journey

      05 Nov 2018 by Carrie / No Comments

      With the dams filling up, you might think there is room to relax a little on water usage. In reality, now is the time to be more conscious than ever.

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    • Watch NASA Drop 1,7 Million Litres Of Water [Video]

      29 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments

      Footage shows NASA’s water deluge system dumping 24 285 days of water for one person under level five water restrictions in Cape Town. Ouch.

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    • It’s Very Likely That There Are Plastic Particles In Your Bottled Water

      15 Mar 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      Love your bottled water? The latest research suggests that the majority of bottles contain tiny pieces of plastic, which isn’t really ideal.

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      They’re Selling Those 25 Litre Containers (With Taps) Online Now – Cape Water Crisis #DayZero

      21 Feb 2018 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      The shortage of 25 litre containers to hold water is almost as bad as the water shortage itself. You know, the classic semi-clear container with a tap connected to the end.

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    • SA Company Making It Easier To Help Cape Town Survive #DayZero

      07 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      As Cape Town advances one step closer to Day Zero, companies with a conscience are doing what they can to help us in our hour of need.

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    • Be Careful About Drinking That Spring Water, Cape Town

      06 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 1 Comment

      You might be one of the many that have taken to collecting water from a nearby spring as a substitute for tap water, but you should probably exercise caution.

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    • And So It Begins – Water Smuggling Is A Thing Now

      01 Feb 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      As the City of Cape Town hits level 6B water restrictions today, limiting individual water usage to 50 litres a day, some crafty crooks are looking to make quick money.

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    • Here’s A Pretty Interesting Article About Cape Town’s Water Problem – FROM 1990

      26 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 1 Comment

      Everyone wants to know how we’ve arrived at this mess. Well, back in 1990, some folks in the know were already sounding the alarm bells.

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    • Three Apps To Download In Preparation For Day Zero

      26 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      Your phone is already chock-full of useful apps (and Facebook and Instagram and Snapchat etc), but you should really take a look at these three some time soon.

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    • Shoprite Is Coining It As Water Bottlers Prepare For Day Zero

      24 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / 1 Comment

      The stockpiling begins now, and there’s money to be made in selling bottled water. If you’re wondering how the supply will hold up then here’s what we know.

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    • Noordhoek Residents Warned To Stay Away From “Toxic” Vlei

      23 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      The City has issued warnings about high levels of toxic algae in the Noordhoek wetlands, but how did it get there in the first place? Let’s take a look.

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    • Public Safety At Risk As Newlands Water Spring Gets Gnarly

      18 Dec 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      As “day zero” approaches, the Cape’s most prominent natural water resource is being abused – giving us a glimpse into the future of what desperation in a dry city will look like.

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    • Outrage Over Local Company Filling People’s Pools With Drinkable Water On The Down Low

      23 Oct 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      There’s a company in Cape Town that will fill up your pool with potable water for a hefty fee, and it appears their practices are more than likely illegal.

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    • Friday Morning Spice

      01 Sep 2017 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      WC ‘day zero’ water plan kicks in. iPhone 8 launch date. Global banks create digital currency. Texas flood piano man goes viral. Bourdain’s book too hot for Twitter. Dirty Dancing today. Online dating is a farce. Kardashian something.

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    • Brace Yourself, Hout Bay – Everything We Know About Cape Town’s New Desalination Plants

      18 Aug 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      The City of Cape Town has finally come to the party, announcing three potential desalination sites in an effort to create more potable water.

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    • The Brothers Streep Have A Catchy Message To Share About Saving Water [Video]

      06 Jun 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Shorter showers, no washing the car, make use of that bucket – water tips are a dime a dozen, but few are as catchy as this video.

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    • Friday Morning Spice

      26 May 2017 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      Final 10% of water. SA actor bust in brothel. Maimane bounced from Zambia. Tokyo resigns amid inquiry. Spur CEO’s open letter. Russia probe targets Kushner. Cellphone saved Manchester woman’s life. Zuck gets degree. Tech cycling company worth $1 billion.

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    • If You’re Wondering Whether Cape Town’s Water Is Safe to Drink, Read This

      22 May 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      There have been many mixed messages doing the rounds about the safety of the city’s drinking water, so let’s clarify a few things bright and early on a Monday.

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