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Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

No data available for the deliverable: Establish a coordination structure to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan

Summary

A group similar to the National Energy Crisis Committee is set to be formed to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan, which will provide central oversight, prevent duplication, ensure accountability and accelerate project delivery.

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Is it working?

No action yet

Actions

No coordination structure established yet as the National Water Action Plan is still in the development.

Are there plans?

The plans are in place, as part of Operation Vulindlela, but the structure is yet to be formed. During the 2026 SONA, the president confirmed the establishment of the "National Water Crisis Committee", which he will personally chair. No timeline for its formation has yet been announced.

Is it on the agenda?

Forms part of Operation Vulindlela phase II

Goals

Establish a coordination structure (National Water Crisis Committee) to oversee implementation of the National Water Action Plan.

Departments / Govt Institutions

Department of Water and Sanitation

Analyst: Thabani Madlala
Status: in-progress
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