ActionSA oversight visits to Water-Deprived Areas in Joburg reveal ‘negligence and greed’

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ActionSA says residents have been forced to live without water for extended periods of time due to unethical conduct and greed.

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He said frustrated residents have made several attempts to engage with water authorities and government officials, who instead of offering a workable solution to the water crisis, have absolved themselves.

“The residents in affected communities are beyond angry and fed up. It was highlighted during our visit that there were alleged acts of sabotage and corruption by individuals who are pocketing money by closing water valves,” he added.HIGH WATER BILLS UNACCEPTABLE

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