SALGA calls for coordinated national response to worsening water and sanitation crisis [SOUND]

# The South African Local Government Association says nearly half of wastewater systems are in a critical condition, mainly due to ageing infrastructure, skills shortages and financial constraints. SALGA spokesperson Motalatale Modiba says the findings from the latest green drop, blue drop and no drop reports show continued pressure on municipal water systems, with rising risks to wastewater treatment and drinking water quality. Modiba calls for a coordinated national response to address the crisis: