The ZF Mgcawu District Municipality is taking decisive steps to address the ongoing water crisis in the Kai Garib Local Municipality. On the 16th of December 2024, the Executive Mayor of the District Municipality, Councillor Maryna Basson and Councillor Marius Louw, conducted an oversight visit to the area to engage with the Mayor of Kai !Garib, Cllr Matthys and his team about the challenges affecting water supply and the measures being implemented to ensure residents have access to adequate drinking water during the festive season.

𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝
During the visit, Mayor Basson inspected the water infrastructure, which has been under immense strain due to increased demand and aging facilities. The discussions highlighted several critical challenges, including rising water consumption during the summer months, aging purification plants in Cillie and Lutzburg, and logistical challenges in high-lying areas.
Executive Mayor Basson commended the efforts of the local municipality to mitigate the crisis, including the ongoing expansion of the Kenhardt/Lennertsville Water Treatment Plant and the installation of new equipment at the Keimoes River Pump Station, which has already boosted production by 60%. These measures are expected to improve water availability for the communities during the peak festive season. The visit also focused on contingency plans to ensure consistent water supply. Local leaders outlined strategies such as increased water tanker deliveries to underserved areas and closer monitoring of the expanded infrastructure to meet growing demand.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲
It is imperative that there are open communication channels between residents and their ward councillors. Strengthened communication channels will ensure that community concerns are addressed promptly, and residents remain informed about progress and solutions. Collaboration between communities and local leadership is critical in overcoming challenges like these.

𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
The ZF Mgcawu District Municipality reaffirms its commitment to service delivery, a core mandate of local government. Our responsibility is to deliver essential services to all residents at all times, regardless of the challenges we face. We take this role very seriously, and the well-being of our communities remains our top priority.

𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞
The Executive Mayor thanks the public for their patience and resilience during this challenging period. “We recognize the inconvenience and hardship this water crisis has caused. We deeply appreciate your understanding as we work tirelessly to restore and improve water supply to all our communities.”

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐚𝐢 !𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐛 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐬
Residents are encouraged to contact their Ward Councillors for updates and assistance.

CLLR. A. PRESLEY: WARD 1: 082 472 3557

CLLR. R. IPINGE: WARD 2: 060 445 9261

CLLR. J. WHITE: WARD 3: 071 335 6923

CLLR. R. SAAL: WARD 4: 066 381 2729/073 614 1803

CLLR. E. PADMAKER: WARD 5: 076 366 7885

CLLR. Y. SCHEFFERS: WARD 6: 078 142 7099

CLLR. A. JOHNSON: WARD 7: 063 575 6520

CLLR. M. BASSON: WARD 8: 064 604 0611

CLLR. M. MATTHYS: WARD 9: 083 573 2960

CLLR. E. VAS: WARD 10: 079 800 0307

𝑾𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒆𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂 𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔, 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒑𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍𝒚 𝒕𝒂𝒄𝒌𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆𝒔.