The forum aims to coordinate efforts to improve the Vaal River's water quality, addressing risks identified by 16 catchment management forums.
The forum aims to coordinate efforts to improve the Vaal River's water quality, addressing risks identified by 16 catchment management forums.
Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo sounded the alarm on Thursday, warning that urgent action is needed to protect the river and its surrounding communities. According to Seitlholo, pollution of water resources remains one of the greatest risks to the country’s health and well-being. The forum brings together government departments, industries, and communities to identify and address pollution sources, develop strategies for pollution prevention and mitigation, and ensure effective enforcement and monitoring.
The forum will investigate and recommend short- to long-term actions to improve water quality, with task teams addressing systemic challenges. “As plans are put in place to ensure that the forum hits the ground running to ensure positive results, we must be truthful in our endeavors and note that the forum can do everything in its power to turn the tide against water pollution,” he emphasised.
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