Local businesses suffered major losses and several jobs were lost due to the water lettuce crisis.
After months of battling a severe water lettuce contamination that threatened to shut down recreational activities, the Vaal River has officially reopened much to the excitement of locals and tourists.
From luxurious yachts to zippy speedboats, the river was a hub of activity as families and boating enthusiasts cruised down the scenic route from the iconic Riviera Hotel in Vereeniging to the Vaal Barrage. Stonehaven on Vaal’s managing director Rosemary Cloete-Anderson said they are thrilled by the reopening of the river despite several jobs being lost due to the water lettuce.
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