Mmopane at standstill

Wednesday, September 09, 2015

Mokaila listen to the griviences of Mmopane residents.u00a0PIC Zolani Kraai

Mmopane, the area hardest hit by the recent water shortages, stands on the edge of health and education crises, with officials already reporting cases of stomach illnesses among villagers.

The situation was unveiled yesterday when Minerals, Energy and Water Resources minister, Kitso Mokaila held a much anticipated kgotla meeting in the village that has borne the brunt of the water crisis.

Together with Tlokweng and Mogoditshane, taps in Mmopane have been the driest as the North South Carrier has frequently leaked and burst, resulting in weeks of thirst for consumers.

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Mmopane at standstill

Mmopane, the area hardest hit by the recent water shortages, stands on the edge of health and education crises, with officials already reporting cases of stomach illnesses among villagers.

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