MEC Mamabolo condemns what the politicisation of the water crisis

Gauteng Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Jacob Mamabolo, has condemned what he describes as the politicisation of the water crisis in the province.
Mamabolo says access to water is a basic human right and should not be used for political point-scoring.
He has urged political parties and community leaders to stop spreading divisive rhetoric that could heighten public anxiety.
The MEC’s Spokesperson, Theo Nkonki, says they are working with municipalities and water entities to address the problem.
“The ongoing water supply constraints in parts of the province are the result of complex infrastructure consumption and capacity challenges that require collaborative, evidence-based and solution-oriented interventions. It does not need opportunistic political grandstanding. MEC, Mamabolo calls on all political parties, public representatives and community leaders to refrain from using water challenges as a tool to advance partisan agendas at a time when residents are seeking practical solutions and reassurance. Divisive rhetoric and misinformation only serve to heighten public anxiety.”

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