Residents of Mataffin, in Mpumalanga, express despair over the distant possibility of ever having access to running tap water.

Dams supplying Nelson Mandela Bay are overflowing yet the metro is not quite ready to lift water restrictions.

The impending heat wave and festive season, is the first real test for the water supply in the Nelson Mandela Bay Region

The recent rainfall which lead to localised flooding in the area, has allowed for Day Zero to be pushed back but dam levels still low

Over the past four years, we have been studying how Borana pastoralists in Isiolo county in northern Kenya manage drought

During droughts there can be changes in what kinds of food are accessible, as less water is available to produce and process it.

Drought is simply a shortage of water to meet demand and predicting drought requires accurate long-range rainfall forecasts.

A number of animals in Kenya have died due to the ongoing drought which has been described as the worst in 40 years.

Kenya’s worst drought in 40 years has caused not only horrendous human suffering, but also taken a heavy toll on its wildlife.

Since 2020, four consecutive rainy seasons have failed, as a result, parts of eastern Africa are currently facing a severe drought.

The only thing worse than one State of Disaster, is a second State of Disaster. The impact of ‘drought’ in some provinces has forced the government’s hand.

Farmers eligible for drought relief in parts of the Central Karoo, Garden Route and West Coast Districts received R12.2m in fodder relief.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has put measures in place to prepare for Day Zero. A water crisis plan was announced on Wednesday.

Drought-stricken Nelson Mandela Bay is expected to run out of water by 1 July. Day Zero is fast approaching as dam levels continue to drop.

Alternative water sources in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality include the construction of the R200m Coega Kop water treatment works.

The Kouga Municipality together with the Kouga Business Forum (KBF) has started a water drive to assist communities in Hankie and Patensie.

Water consumption remains too high in Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality. Residents are urged to reduce water use as dam levels remain at 13%.

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality held an urgent meeting to discuss the dire water crisis in Kwanobuhle. Dam levels continues to decline.

Steenhuisen said that the NMB water crisis, in which taps are running dry, is not the fault of drought or residents, but rather the ANC.

River beds which were once bone dry, transformed into gushing torrents.

DA leader John Steenhuisen has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to force his premiers to respond to the nationwide drought crisis.

The Victoria Falls, one of the world’s mighty waterfalls, has reached one of its lowest water levels due to seasonal drought.

It has been recorded that households account for almost 72% of this total debt.

The Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is expected to address these issues today.

The entire Central Karoo has been classified as “extremely critical” through a scientific drought assessment analysis.

In the wake of the severe drought David Mabuza visited the Northern Cape following an undertaking he made on 25 July 2019 during oral replies in the National Assembly.

Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane has also been called upon to give aid.

The worst-affected part of the Western Cape during the drought has just got everything it has been praying for. The Karoo was soaked on Sunday.

Food security continues to decline.

Agriculture embattled by drought in the Free State, Northern Cape and the Eastern Cape.

The Northern Cape drought has been going on for the last five years and could cripple the province’s economy if something isn’t done soon.

There’s a billion-rand project in the pipeline which could end up bringing a huge iceberg to the shores of Cape Town, thanks to the work of an Emirati billionaire.

World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed annually on 17 June. Here’s what you need to know.

After dodging a serious drought this year, Cape Town officials are taking serious preventative steps to stop it from happening again.

There’s a good chance that day zero will say “I’ll be back” in 2020. So who better to lead the fight against drought than Arnold Schwarzenegger?

Have you ever seen anything like this? Residents of Beaufort West are running out of options as their water crisis intensifies.

How’s your region doing? We’ve got the facts and figures from each province, as the national dam levels sit near the 75% mark.

A huge milestone for the Mother City’s water supply, as the Cape Town dams continue to show steady improvement.

Despite the problems of certain cities, the dam levels for South Africa as whole paints a pretty rosy picture. For now, anyway.

It’s been an incredible week for the Nelson Mandela Bay dams, as torrential rains helped ease fears of an impending day zero crisis.

It’s official – Cape Town water restrictions have been eased as dam levels surge towards the 70% mark. So, what’s changed?

In just five months, Theewaterskloof dam went from half-dead to half-full. This time-lapse video will leave you speechless.

It may not seem like much to write home about, but the Nelson Mandela Bay dams have staged a small-scale fightback this week.

It’s more good news for the Cape Town dams, as a little bit of rain has gone a long way this week.

Day zero is looming over the province.

This might be the next step water warriors have to consider.

The signs are looking good, but maybe just hold back on building an ark for now.

A company recently allowed their interns to take the reins, and the results were amazing.

The dam levels in the Western Cape continue to creep even further into the dangerous territory. We have all the latest details from across the province.

Businesses are facing up to a stark reality

The drought crisis in South Africa has, after months of waiting, been declared a national disaster by national government. We have the details.

The Western Cape Government is rejoicing at the news that SCOPA will investigate the Department of Water and Sanitation.

Billions of litres are being hoarded in private dams

Keep those taps shut off. You may not have a choice in the near future…

The company is committed to helping the city mitigate the water crisis and the impact of Day Zero.

Tick. Tock…

Not everyone is going to be happy with this…

Day Zero has been confirmed as ‘likely’ by the city. It’s going to be a terrifying ride

Separating a South African from their meat is a tough ask. But these are desperate times in the Cape

By the end of the week, there’ll be less than 100 days left until the taps are shut off

The race to prevent day zero is going right down to the wire

What is going on in the Mother City?

Six major dams make up 99.6% of the volume of water in Cape Town’s water supply

Joburg Ballet is tapping into big stories, the latest being the Western Cape drought. Watch one of their soloists perform a beautiful rain dance over here:

If you’re a tourist planning on visiting Cape Town this summer, please be mindful of the water crisis.

The Western Cape is now left with just 25% of its usable water sources. ‘Every drop counts…’

Hendrik Van Wyk Vervoer is the hero we all need in this country

While everyone is well aware of the drought in the Western Cape, these Northern Cape towns are being hit even harder. Help is there but more is needed.

With Cape Town and the Western Cape in the grip of the drought of the century and hurtling towards another parched summer, it’s a good idea to save what you can – and quickly.

Not looking good for Cape Town.

It’s begun. Phase One of the disaster management plan is well and truly in effect…

The South African National Defence force has confirmed its readiness to protect Cape water sources or collection points if dams run dry.

Cape Town’s drought and associated water shortage has escalated beyond disaster level

Humans are becoming more and more resistant to drug treatments. How on earth has it happened?

The entrepreneurs behind Green Planet Laundry know that sustainability is imperative for success.

If you’re still not saving water: what is wrong with you?

This UCT student has gone all out to tackle the Cape water crisis. His new business could save households and large properties 80% of their monthly water.

This lighthearted water saving video is doing the rounds again, but we’re viewing it in a more serious light during the Western Cape drought.

Not to sound like a stuck record, but the water crisis really is extremely serious.

Cape Town residents are facing the reality of water cuts, things are only going to get worse. The Conversation takes a look at the Cape Town residents.

The drought is serious business, guys.

Water rationing has arrived in Cape Town… if you’re not doing everything you can to save, this is your reminder.

Providing water is merely half the battle. Fighting disease will be The Cape’s next big challenge

Summer is coming and that’s not a good thing.

Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink…

Save, save, save, save water.

The first steps of direct action are being taken against ‘water wasters’.

Things are serious, folks. Do absolutely everything you can do save.

When will Patricia de Lille be hammering her door down?

The water situation in Cape Town remains pretty desperate.

The water crisis in Cape Town is really bad, guys.

The City of Cape Town municipality is battling to bring down water use during a protracted drought. Are residents in formal housing the biggest culprits?

No more baths.

Don’t start taking two baths a day just yet, though. Water restrictions still apply

While Cape Town welcomes some much needed rain, the reality of the Theewaterskloof dam levels are pretty shocking.

A new website aims to tell us daily.

Absolutely terrifying. There is still a massive cause for concern, latest levels 27.3%.

Technology together with brilliant young minds.

SAS makes a compelling argument as to why data collection is the way forward

Drought? What drought?