"Urgent Attention Needed: Johannesburg Faces 50% Water Shortage for Five Years"

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Johannesburg, South Africa's largest city, is facing a severe water crisis, leaving millions without access to water for weeks. Residents, including those in the Soweto township, are suffering from dehydration, illness, and financial losses, leading to growing frustration with the government, particularly the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party. The city's failing infrastructure, including unmaintained water systems and frequent power outages, has contributed to the ongoing water shortages, prompting some residents to take drastic measures such as going off-grid or considering emigration.
- 50% of Johannesburg faces water shortage in blow to South Africa's richest city NPR
- Johannesburg Water Crisis: No Relief for Five Years Bloomberg
- Joburg Water cites reservoir leak as taps run dry, once again, in parts of Randburg EWN
- ANC realises water challenge needs urgent attention: Mashatile SABC News
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