Tshwane admits negligence after 408 fall ill from contaminated water
The City of Tshwane has admitted negligence after supplying unchlorinated water to Bronkhorstspruit communities for three weeks, with 408 people, mainly children, affected by gastrointestinal illnesses. Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the city ran out of chlorine following a dispute with its supplier, while an investigation found the water source was affected by sewage pollution. Phemelo speaks to Bronkhorstspruit community leader and councillor Patrick Matshiane KaMabona, and WaterCAN Citizen Science and Training Coordinator Nomsa Daele. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm
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