temporarily suspended water restrictions for those in arrears with their municipal accounts because of the Covid-19 outbreak.
In a statement, the City announced those who were in arrears and facing debt management would no longer face new water restrictions.
“The City urges customers to accept this temporary action in good faith and to continue to use water sparingly, and only for health and hygiene purposes.
“At the same time, customers must continue to pay for services to ensure the City remains financially healthy and is able to provide the necessary services especially during this time of crisis.”
Cape Town experienced a severe water shortage from mid-2017 to mid-2018 when water levels hovered between 15% and 30% of the total dam capacity.
