ETHEKWINI NEWSFLASH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
7 JUNE 2023
 
EThekwini Municipality condemns the vandalism of the newly repaired uMlazi 4 Pumpstation, which has resulted in the interruption of water supply to uMlazi Z, AA, and BB Sections. Electric cables were cut and stolen and the control panel damaged in an act of sheer destruction by those who care little about the suffering of the community.

The uMlazi 4 Pumpstation, which pumps water to the uMlazi 5 Reservoir, recently began operating after the pumps were repaired. 

The City appeals to community members to work with it to clamp down on this unlawful conduct which impedes service delivery and frustrates communities.
 
The City’s technical team is assessing the damage. In the meantime, the City has mobilised water tankers to provide relief to affected residents.
 
For more information regarding water supply, the public can contact the toll-free number 080 311 1111 or use the eThekwini Water and Sanitation WhatsApp number 073 1483 477. Alternatively, email: Eservices@durban.gov.za
ENDS
Issued by the eThekwini Municipality’s Communications Unit. For media enquiries contact Head of Communications, Lindiwe Khuzwayo on 082 883 6329.