Agreement Mkhari 
The water crisis in Mopani District Municipality has reached a boiling point, and it’s heartbreaking to see villagers queuing for water at Sunday Mokgalaka’s farm in Mahale Section, Selwane, Phalaborwa. The farm owner’s plea to the leadership in Mopani to provide basic needs like water is a stark reminder of the urgency of the situation.
This isn’t an isolated incident, unfortunately. The Mopani District has been struggling with water supply challenges for years, with areas like Leokwe village in Bolobedu facing similar issues. The municipality’s efforts to build a water reservoir have been delayed, leaving residents frustrated and feeling ignored.
In fact, the water crisis in Mopani is so severe that it’s been declared a disaster area by the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry. The region’s semi-arid climate and frequent droughts only exacerbate the problem, affecting water levels, crop yields, and livestock.
Affected Areas are Leokwe village in Bolobedu, Giyani Township in Greater Giyani Local Municipality, Lulekani township and surrounding villages, Mahale Section in Selwane, Phalaborwa.
Mopani District Municipality is working with stakeholders, including Lepelle Northern Water, to address the water shortages. A technical team was deployed to ward 9 to attend to the water crisis in Rakoma and Metz villages.
It’s clear that the water crisis in Mopani District Municipality requires immediate attention and collective action from the government, stakeholders, and the community.
