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The Citizen
15-07-2025
- Climate
- The Citizen
Emalahleni already without water amid planned five-day water shutdown
Emalahleni is already experiencing widespread water outages amid a planned five-day water shutdown scheduled from July 21 to July 25. In a water service update issued today, the municipality reported that key reservoirs supplying the city are at low levels. Point A reservoir is at approximately 0%, and Point B is at around 6% capacity. Water is not currently being pumped from Point B to C, which affects downstream zones as well. Point C's reservoir stands at about 51%, Point D at 59%, and Point E at 50%. Due to these low levels, multiple areas are already experiencing low water pressure or no supply at all. Areas affected in the Point A zone include portions of Emalahleni Extension 10, Blancheville, Marelden, Klarinet Extensions, Pine Ridge, portions of Thushanang, Old Coronation, and Emalahleni Correctional Services. Areas in the Point B supply zone facing shortages include Die Heuwel Proper, portions of the Emalahleni CBD, Emalahleni Extensions 1 to 12, Die Heuwel Extension 8, Saveways Crescent Shopping Centre, Del Judor Proper, and Die Heuwel Extension 1. Additional areas served by the B to C reservoir experiencing disruptions are portions of Emalahleni Extensions 16, 18, and 41; Tasbet Park Extensions 2, 3, and 6; Duvha Park Proper; and Duvha Park Extensions 1, 2, 7, and 8. You have an extra week to fill up all your containers as the water shutdown is scheduled to start on July 21 Read more here: #emalahleni #Water #witbank — WitbankNews (@WitbankN) July 14, 2025 Further compounding the crisis, a major leak along the R104 near the diesel depot has caused the municipality to isolate the water supply to KwaGuqa New Extensions (Ezinambeni), KwaMntunzi Vilakazi, Transalloys, and Elandsfontein Mine. Repair teams are currently on-site draining the system in preparation for repairs. Residents are urged to monitor official channels for further updates as the situation develops. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
14-07-2025
- General
- The Citizen
This Friday is all about making a difference
This Friday is all about making a difference This Friday South Africans will unite once again to celebrate Mandela Day, a powerful reminder of the values and legacy of the late Nelson Mandela. While it's important to remember that Mandela Day is not a public holiday, it is a national call to action. Mandela Day, celebrated every year, honours the legacy of Nelson Mandela, the first democratically elected president of South Africa and a global icon of peace and reconciliation. The day encourages individuals to dedicate 67 minutes of their time to community service, reflecting the 67 years Mandela spent fighting for social justice. So, while you'll still need to show up at work on Friday, you can honour Nelson Mandela by dedicating 67 minutes to community service. Just don't expect a lie-in. Community news | Clr Conny Nkalitshana and her team did their part in Mandela — WitbankNews (@WitbankN) July 19, 2022 Share your Mandela Day photos (67 minutes) with us on our social media platforms. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
eMalahleni Home Affairs extends operating hours
Less than a minute Witbank News Less than a minute The Department of Home Affairs has extended the operating hours at its eMalahleni branch, effective on July 5, until July 21. During this period, the office will operate from 08:00 to 18:00 on weekdays. This adjustment is intended to give the public more time to access essential services at the branch. The extension applies only to weekday operations. The public is encouraged to make use of the extended hours before the branch returns to its normal schedule. Regular operating hours will resume on July 22. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: [email protected] At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Best of Emalaheni
And the votes are in… Witbank News is busy polishing up and getting ready to announce the winners in the eight categories of the Best of Emalahleni – Reader's Choice Awards. A whopping 29 323 votes were received. A function to recognise Emalahleni's finest business is planned for August 7. Keep your eyes peeled on social media platforms for the big announcements. If you haven't caught wind of the Best of Emalahleni Readers' Choice Awards yet, you're seriously missing out on the ultimate local showdown. This is the first year that this project to introduce the finest in the business sphere is hosted in Emalahleni, although it is not a novice in the Caxton stable. We invited the public to introduce their favourite business to us based on the best quality and service. You did not let us down, and the nominations streamed in. It did not stop there; the readers had the final say and voted for all the nominees. Those votes will be announced soon. 'The Best of Emalahleni – City of Coal is set to become synonymous with recognising excellence and gives readers the platform to vote for and recommend their favourite local businesses to others. Join us in celebrating the people, businesses, and experiences that define our city,' said Zita Goldswain, news editor of Witbank News. Breaking news at your fingertips … Follow WITBANK NEWS on our website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or TikTok Chat to us: info@ At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
26-06-2025
- The Citizen
eMalahleni coach found guilty of molesting boys during soccer camps
Soccer coach Sibusiso Gama has been found guilty by the Witbank Magistrate's Court in eMalahleni of molesting minor boys entrusted to his care during soccer camps. Witbank News reports that Gama appeared in court on Tuesday, where legal proceedings surrounding three cases opened two years ago took place. Although he pleaded not guilty to all charges, he was acquitted in the first case, which occurred in September 2023. However, the magistrate found him guilty in the other two cases, which took place in mid-May that year. This follows his arrest in 2024 on charges of molesting three teenage boys during soccer camps. In court, it was revealed that in all three incidents, Gama targeted boys who slept next to him during the camps, using the opportunity to molest them. Gama remains in custody until his sentencing on July 15. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
