Water shutdowns and testing planned across Cape Town until 23 October

Author: Chumasande MatiwanePublished on: October 18, 2026Country: South Africa
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Water shutdowns and testing planned across Cape Town until 23 October

The City of Cape Town is carrying out water network maintenance from 17 to 23 October, with temporary shutdowns and possible reduced pressure in several areas. On Sunday, 18 October, Sanlam Center, Florida, Parow Valley, Beaconvale and Ravesmead will be affected from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. while the City repairs a leak on a 375 mm pipe in Parow; water tankers will be provided where needed. Replacement of a bulk water meter and maintenance at Tygerberg Reservoir will heavily affect its 1,500 mm outlet from 6 a.m. on 21 October to 2 p.m. on 23 October, while Witsands, Proteas Park, Atlantis and Woodstock also face planned disruptions.

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