The City of Tshwane has warned residents of a planned water supply interruption following a notice from Magalies Water regarding scheduled maintenance work. The shutdown will affect areas supplied by the Renstown Reservoir and Tower on Thursday, 18 December.
According to the city, Magalies Water will shut down the system for ten hours, from 7:00 to 17:00, to allow teams to carry out essential inspections. The water utility said the work will focus on “an inspection of reservoir leaks for reliving preparation,” which forms part of preventative maintenance aimed at ensuring long-term system reliability.
City officials urged residents and institutions in the affected areas to prepare in advance by storing sufficient water and adjusting daily consumption patterns.
Areas expected to experience water interruptions in Tshwane
The planned shutdown will disrupt water supply in several communities and facilities. The city confirmed that Kanana, Hammanskraal, Renstown, Prestige College, and the Themba Call Centre will experience water interruptions during the maintenance window.
The City of Tshwane said it remains in close communication with Magalies Water to monitor progress throughout the day and ensure that supply is restored as scheduled. While the work is planned, officials acknowledged that the interruption may inconvenience residents, businesses, and essential services.
In its notice, the city said it “sincerely apologises for the disruption” and thanked residents for their cooperation during the shutdown period.
City urges strict water-saving measures
To minimise the impact of the outage, the municipality has urged residents to reduce their consumption before, during, and after the shutdown.
The city said, “We appeal to all residents to use water sparingly during this time.”
Residents are encouraged not to water gardens, wash cars, clean driveways or pavements with hosepipes, or fill swimming pools. The city also advised households to flush toilets only when necessary, close running taps while brushing teeth, and reduce overall daily water usage as much as possible.
The city said it appreciates residents’ “patience and understanding as we work to resolve this matter urgently.”
