Citizens Corner: Water as a human right

The Talking Point

Residents under Merafong City Local Municipality which include Fochville, Carletonville, and Welverdiend, are said to be experiencing a severe water crisis which has left many without water for extended periods. Reports in the media point to infrastructure problems, drought and the fact that the municipality owes Rand Water millions. There are so many pictures on social media showing residents scrambling for water with buckets.

Guest: Welile Fihla – PR Councillor for the DA in Khutsong and also a resident

Guest: Dr. Ferrial Adam - Executive Manager at WaterCan

Guest: Henk Boshoff - Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission