The death toll following the floods in Nelson Mandela Bay stood at eight on Tuesday. Storm surges and more disruptive rain are predicted for Wednesday.
The department of water & sanitation (DWS) on Tuesday said it was investigating the integrity of the privately-owned Tiryvillle Dam near Kariega in the Eastern Cape after reports of the dam being at risk of failure due to the recent flash floods.
The DWS progresses in establishing the NWRIA for sustainable water supply. Bill adoption signals advancement after extensive consultations and refinements.
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