PUBLIC NOTICE
Monday, 24 February 2025
WATER SUPPLY CHALLENGES DUE TO POWER OUTAGES AT OLIFANTSPOORT PLANT
Water supply in Polokwane remains severely constrained due to ongoing power failures that affected major water sources, including Ebenezer Scheme, Olifantspoort line, Dap Naude Dam, Sand River North boreholes, Seshego Plant and Dalmada Water Treatment Plant.
The situation has resulted in continued low water levels in municipal reservoirs, impacting supply across many areas.
Current reservoir levels:
- Ext 34 (Ivydale) – 20% (Very low, limited supply available)
- Ivydale Pump Station – 14% (Critically low)
- Potgieter, 50ML Krugersburg, 30ML D, 30ML F and Seshego reservoirs – 0% (Empty)
- Seshego New Plant – 3ML (Minimal storage)
- SRN – 0.4ML (Critically low)
- Dalmada Final – 9ML (Limited supply)
- Penina Park Supply – 40 l/s (Very low flow)
- Doornkraal Supply – 110 l/s (Limited supply)
Polokwane Municipality has deployed water tankers to the most affected areas to provide temporary relief. The municipality urges areas receiving supply to use water sparingly.
The municipality apologizes for the inconvenience.
Residents are encouraged to download the MyPolokwane Citizen App from the App Store for prompt assistance from Polokwane Municipality.
Dedicated Water and Sanitation Helpline: 015 290 2376 | WhatsApp: 068 290 8736
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Issued by Communications and Marketing Unit