Modimolle sewer crisis blamed on misuse
According to Mayor Aaron Sebolai, residents have been discarding items such as plastic bottles, blankets, grease, oils, linen sheets, animal skins, and even intestines into the system, severely disrupting its function.
'These foreign objects accumulate and cause major blockages, which prevent wastewater from flowing as it should. This leads to sewage overflows, posing serious health hazards and causing environmental damage, including contamination of water sources,' he said.
Sebolai referred to the National Water Act (Act No. 36 of 1998), which prohibits the disposal of harmful substances into water resources, including sewer systems. He also cited the Municipal Systems Act (Act No. 32 of 2000), which empowers municipalities to regulate and enforce rules that protect public infrastructure.
Violators of these regulations may face penalties.
He urged residents to take personal responsibility for waste disposal, noting that effective sewage systems are essential for public health and environmental safety.
'Our infrastructure cannot withstand the damage caused by such negligence. We must all take ownership and work together to ensure our sewer system functions properly and our environment is preserved for future generations.'
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