September 15, 2025
Amend the Water Services Act to create a separation between water service authorities and water service providers.
The Water Services Amendment Bill creates a separation between water service authorities and water service providers. It is yet to be tabled in Parliament. It also enables the creation of an independent water regulator. It enables DWS to license providers, enforce standards and intervene where municipalities fail. The Bill could pave the way for more…
read more >>Establish an independent water regulator to strengthen oversight of water services
The proposed independent water regulator is yet to be established; the Water Services Act needs to be amended.It is expected to play similar roles as Nersa in the electricity sector.
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