WATCH | Can the country's water crisis be resolved?

JOHANNESBURG - South Africa is facing significant water challenges. The Water and Sanitation department says the ability of many municipalities to provide water to their communities is worsening.

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Failure to provide water has been spreading across the country. Where did the country get it wrong and is there anything that can be done to change the situation?

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Water Expert, Professor Anja du Plessis, spoke to eNCA.