Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Mogale city sewage crisis

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While some residents of Mogale City have been left disappointed by the mayor's unfulfilled promise to stop the flow of raw sewage into their homes, a significant improvement can be observed across the municipality. The municipality has restored operations at four sewage pump stations, with another five to be restored over the next two years. Untreated sewage is still flowing into the rivers, but the Percy Stewart wastewater plant is on the mend, and should be fully compliant with regulations by early 2026. Phemelo speaks to Investigative Journalist at New24, Sikonathi Mantshantsha who has been following the story in Mogale City for some time.
11 Feb 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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