MEDIA ALERT | 27 JANUARY 2025

On Wednesday, 5 February 2025, the City of Tshwane will carry out planned upgrade work to the water supply network in Arcadia along Kirkness Street.

This essential work is scheduled for 12 hours from 08:00 until 20:00 and will result in a water supply interruption in the following areas:

•⁠  ⁠⁠Arcadia, east of Eastwood Street, including Kirkness Street
•⁠  ⁠Brooklyn, north of Murray Street
•⁠  ⁠Colbyn
•⁠  ⁠Hatfield
•⁠  ⁠Hillcrest
•⁠  ⁠Menlo Park, north of 5th Street

The City of Tshwane apologises for the inconvenience that may be caused due to the above-mentioned work.

Residents are urged to continue to make the following water-conservation measures part of their normal lifestyle:
•⁠  ⁠Do not water or irrigate gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
•⁠  ⁠Do not wash vehicles with hosepipes.
•⁠  ⁠Do not fill swimming pools.
•⁠  ⁠Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators where possible.
•⁠  ⁠Use a dual-flush toilet cistern.
•⁠  ⁠Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
•⁠  ⁠Use a broom instead of a hosepipe when cleaning driveways or patios.
•⁠  ⁠Collect rainwater to reuse in the garden or wash the car.
•⁠  ⁠Cover the swimming pool to reduce water evaporation.
•⁠  ⁠Take a short shower rather than a bath.
•⁠  ⁠Close a running tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
•⁠  ⁠Regularly check toilets and taps for leaks.

Residents are urged to continue using grey water to water gardens and flush toilets. Where possible, water-saving devices should be installed.

Residents are further urged to report water leaks, burst pipes and all incidents where water is wasted on the following numbers:
•⁠  ⁠No water supply, burst water pipes, leaking meters or blocked street sewers - 012 358 9999 or 080 1111 556
•⁠  ⁠Illegal water connections - 012 358 9060
•⁠  ⁠Non-payment - 012 345 8514
•⁠  ⁠Account enquiries - 012 358 9999

Issued by the Communication, Marketing and Events Department.

Enquiries:
Lindela Mashigo
Director: Media Relations