a) The delays in the completion of Phase 2 upgrade of James Kleynhans Water Treatment Works (WTW’s) are due to the following:
The contractor was eventually appointed and the has been on site since January 2023.
b) The Department is closely monitoring the turnaround plan of the Amatola Water Board and the municipality convenes monthly progress meetings.
c) Any further delays in completing water infrastructure projects may result in water shortages in cities and towns as the ageing Water Treatment Works may eventually not be able to meet the increased demands for water.
d) An estimated amount of R88,4 million is required to complete Phase 2 of the project by December 2023.
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