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The Citizen
4 days ago
- Climate
- The Citizen
More 48-hour water shutdowns planned for Polokwane
POLOKWANE – Residents in the city are encouraged to prepare ahead of time for a series of planned water shutdowns as part of Phase 2 of Lepelle Northern Water's (LNW) upgrade and commissioning programme. LNW said the shutdowns, which will affect key pumping stations, are necessary to bring new and improved pump stations into operation. This, they said, is aimed at enhancing the reliability, efficiency and overall performance of their water supply systems in the long term. The upcoming planned shutdowns follow the recent 48-hour shutdown of the Olifantspoort Scheme in July, which impacted water supply across Polokwane, Seshego and other areas. The shutdowns are scheduled as follows: July 23-24: Olifantspoort Scheme – Pump Station 2 and Pump Station 3 (48 hours). August 6-7: Ebenezer Scheme – High Lift Pump Station (48 hours). August 20-21: Olifantspoort Scheme – Pump Station 1 and Pump Station 2 (48 hours). Shorter shutdowns (less than 48 hours) are anticipated in August and September and will be announced in due course. Meanwhile, the Polokwane Municipality warns that areas supplied by the affected schemes may experience low water pressure or a temporary supply interruption during the shutdowns. 'Residents are kindly urged to use water sparingly and to store sufficient water in advance for essential use,' said Thipa Selala (Polokwane Municipality spokesperson). At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Polokwane tariff increases effective July 1 – Here's what you'll pay
POLOKWANE – Residents and businesses in Polokwane are reminded that the 2025/26 municipal tariff adjustments will take effect from July 1, with increases implemented across water, electricity, rates, and other essential services. According to the municipality, the adjustments align with national regulatory frameworks and cost increases from bulk suppliers, namely Eskom for electricity and Lepelle Northern Water for water. The approved increases are as follows: Water: Block tariff increase of 10.2% to 11.2% , depending on usage. Electricity: 11.32% increase, as guided by NERSA. Refuse removal, sewer, and other municipal services: 6% increase. Rates and taxes: 3% increase for residential, agricultural, public benefit, and public infrastructure properties 6% increase for business, industrial, mining, and non-permitted land uses The Polokwane Mayor, John Mpe, said the municipality will continue to exercise financial responsibility by not exceeding increases imposed by bulk suppliers. To support vulnerable residents, the municipality will continue its indigent support programme, which includes: 6 kl of free water 100 kWh of free electricity 100% subsidy on sewer and refuse services Full property rate rebate Municipal spokesperson Thipa Selala said applications for indigent support are open at the Civic Centre and all cluster offices. 'To qualify, applicants must be South African citizens aged 18 or older, earning a combined household income below R5 740 per month,' he said. Required documents include: Copy of ID Proof of income Bank statement (if applicable) Marriage or death certificate (if applicable) For more information, contact the municipal Customer Care Centre on 015 290 2000 or visit At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
21-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Water supply to return to Polokwane after successful pump upgrade
Water supply to return to Polokwane after successful pump upgrade POLOKWANE – Polokwane residents can expect water supply to resume by midday today (June 20) following the successful installation of new pumps at the Olifantspoort Plant's Pump Stations 2 and 3. Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) confirmed that the pumps were commissioned and brought online at 06:00 this morning after a 48-hour planned shutdown that began on Tuesday. LNW spokesperson Joe Makhafola said the shutdown allowed for the first phase of upgrades at the Olifantspoort Scheme, which is key to improving long-term water reliability in the city. 'The critical work was completed on schedule by a team of engineers, contractors and operations personnel. The upgrade comes ahead of Limpopo's high-demand summer period, where water shortages continue to pose a major challenge,' he said. Makhafola added that the broader infrastructure renewal project is designed to strengthen the city's current and future water supply needs. A second shutdown is scheduled for the first week of July to allow for the installation of additional pumps. 'Full completion of the Olifantspoort upgrade remains on track for the end of September 2025,' he concluded. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
