In a decisive move, residents of Kimberley have reportedly collectively decided to withhold payments for municipal services this month, citing the lack of services provided by the Sol Plaatje Municipality. In a letter distributed on social media, residents expressed their deep regret. The letter was addressed to the municipality, outlining their grievances and making it […]
The water crisis in Kimberley continues to cast a shadow over the community, with residents still grappling with intermittent shortages as of February 6. In a follow-up to our email mentioned in our previous report, “Water Tribunal Urged to Intervene as Kimberley Residents Face Severe Water Crisis,” the latest communication from the Water Tribunal provides […]
In a recent public notice issued by the Sol Plaatje Municipality on Tuesday, February 2024, at 08:20, residents of Kimberley were informed about a water interruption affecting the CBD and suburban areas, particularly those supplied by the Newton Reservoir. The statement attributed the disruption to “mechanical faults, amongst other difficulties,” leaving citizens in the dark […]