If you live in parts of Johannesburg like Newlands, Albertville, Montgomery Park, or Albertskroon, you might want to fill up those water bottles and buckets in advance.
A planned water shutdown is scheduled for Thursday, 3 July, and it’s going to last the whole day—from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Why the Water’s Being Turned Off
According to Johannesburg Water, the temporary disruption is to allow for the installation of a new pressure-reducing valve (PRV) system.
The goal? To improve long-term water pressure and overall reliability in the affected areas.
In a public notice, the utility company warned that residents should expect anything from low pressure to no water at all during the shutdown.
But there’s good news in the long run—the upgrade is part of a broader effort to boost service delivery and water supply continuity.
Bigger Maintenance Project Also Underway
This isn’t just a local issue. Over in other parts of Gauteng, Rand Water is also hard at work.
Starting Monday through Wednesday next week, maintenance will be taking place in Johannesburg, Ekurhuleni, and Tshwane.
That includes repairs on the Eikenhof pipeline and a valve replacement at the Zwartkopjes system.
These two components are major arteries in the province’s water infrastructure, and while the work might cause reduced pumping capacity, it’s necessary to keep the systems running smoothly.
Connecting the Dots with a New Pipeline
Rand Water’s spokesperson Makenosi Maroo says the team has already made good progress, especially with the successful connection of the B16 pipeline.
This new pipeline will carry water from Station 5A at the Zuikerbosch Water Treatment Plant, which plays a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for water across Gauteng.
Building for a More Reliable Future
This whole maintenance project has actually been in motion since May, and it’s part of a bigger plan to make water supply more stable and sustainable.
This phase is expected to wrap up by 18 July.
Both Johannesburg Water and Rand Water say they understand the inconvenience, but they’re confident these upgrades will help avoid sudden outages down the line.