#WaterWeek: Be wise
The city appeals to residents to use water sparingly and encourages them to report water leaks immediately.
Valuing water is the theme of National Water Week which is observed from Monday, 15 March to Monday, 22 March. This important week leads up to World Water Day on 22 March, and is dedicated to understanding how people value water whether it is economically, socially or culturally and how it plays a role in their lives.
“This is an annual water campaign that aims at educating the public about their responsibility in water conservation initiatives, raising awareness around the need to protect and conserve water resources. The focus is also about taking action to tackle the global water crisis and achieving water and sanitation for all by 2030,” said the municipality spokesperson, Msawakhe Mayisela.
The city appeals to residents to use water sparingly and encourages them to report water leaks immediately to the 24-hour contact centre on 080-311-1111 or the WhatsApp line number 073-148-3477.
Save by using the following water-saving tips. By adopting even one of the following suggestions at school, workplace and at home you can help to preserve the planet:
•Only flush the toilet when necessary.
•Do not use a lot of water when bathing.
•Put a container to minimise the waste of water before you go to shower.
•Use glass or cup and close all taps when brushing teeth, washing hair or shaving.
•Use little soap when washing dishes so that you use little water to rinse.
•Use a container when washing a car instead of using a hosepipe.
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