Government calling for calm as water wars continue in Coronationville

JOHANNESBURG - Government is calling for calm as tensions continue to rise in Westbury and Coronationville.

The communities continue to protest against the ongoing water crisis in their area.

The City of Johannesburg has been instructed by the government, to come up with temporary solutions to supply residents with water.

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The city, together with Joburg Water has promised that the new Brixton reservoir and tower,

will be finished by the end of next month.

It's hoped this will help alleviate the pressure of low water levels at certain reservoirs, meant to service the impacted areas.

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