# Deputy president Paul Mashatile says South Africa continues to face significant water supply challenges in many parts of the country. Mashatile spoke at the launch of the unserved communities water access programme in Babanango, KwaZulu-Natal yesterday. He says climate variables, ageing infrastructure, population growth, vandalism and under investment have all placed increasing pressure on the country’s water systems. He says by recognising these challenges, government has prioritised water security as a national imperative:
Mashatile says South Africa continues to face significant water supply challenges [SOUND]
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