Joburg Water apologises, battles to mitigate in areas affected by water shortage Parts of Johannesburg – including Auckland Park, Northcliff and Westbury – have had little to no water for over two days now. FILE: A bakkie-load of water arrives at the Helen Joseph Hospital in Johannesburg after the facility ran out of water. Picture: Supplied 5 hours ago JOHANNESBURG – Joburg Water said it was experiencing challenges at its Hursthill, Crosby and Brixton reservoirs due to a low inflow of water -affecting large parts of the City. Parts of Johannesburg – including Auckland Park, Northcliff and Westbury – have had little to no water for over two days now.