Petoria – The City of Tshwane has warned of planned water supply interruptions in Soshanguve.
“Customers in the Soshanguve L Reservoir supply area are reminded about a water supply interruption planned for tomorrow, Tuesday, 2 June 2026,” the City of Tshwane said in a statement.
“On this day, technicians from the City of Tshwane’s Water and Sanitation Business Unit will replace a leaking coupling on the inlet side of the chamber at the Soshanguve L Reservoir.”
The said work, which is expected to last for eight hours from 08h00 until 16h00, will affect the following areas:
• Soshanguve South Extension 1
• Soshanguve Block TT
“The City of Tshwane apologises profusely for the inconvenience that may be caused as a result of the above-mentioned planned service interruption,” the statement said.
Residents are urged to make the following water-conservation measures part of their normal lifestyle:
• Do not water or irrigate gardens with hosepipes or sprinkler systems between 06:00 and 18:00.
• Do not wash vehicles with hosepipes.
• Do not fill swimming pools. Residents are further urged to continue using grey water to water gardens and flush toilets.
Where possible, water-saving devices should be installed.
Residents should make water conservation part of their everyday lives by making use of the following water-saving tips:
• Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators where possible.
• Use a dual-flush toilet cistern.
• Plant indigenous or drought-resistant shrubs in the garden.
• Use a broom instead of a hosepipe when cleaning driveways or patios.
• Collect rainwater to reuse in the garden or wash the car. • Cover the swimming pool to reduce water evaporation.
• Take a short shower rather than a bath.
• Close a running tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
• Regularly check toilets and taps for leaks.
Residents can use the following numbers to report water-related incidents: Incident No water supply, burst water pipes, leaking meters, or blocked street sewers – Telephone number 012 358 9999 or 080 1111 556
Illegal water connections Non-payment 012 358 9060 012 345 8514 Account enquiries 012 358 9999
