Theewaterskloof dam at full capacity, but water concerns linger elsewhere

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Theewaterskloof dam at full capacity, but water concerns linger elsewhere

While Capetonians rejoice the miraculous turnaround in water security, other parts of the country continue to struggle with near-empty dams.

Source: South African News | Online News | The South African

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