Tshwane Eastern Suburbs Brace for 14-Hour Water Interruption on Tuesday

Residents in parts of eastern Tshwane are being asked to brace themselves for a long day without water. On Tuesday, 13 January 2026, the City of Tshwane will cut the water supply to several suburbs for 14 hours as part of critical infrastructure upgrades.

The affected areas rely on the Waterkloof East and Carina Street Reservoir systems, which are undergoing a tie-in connection project originally scheduled for 6 January but postponed due to unforeseen challenges.

Which Areas Will Be Affected?

The city has confirmed that the water interruption will start at 8:00 and last until 22:00, affecting residents in:

• Alphen Park

• Brooklyn

• Garsfontein 374-JR

• Hazelwood

• Maroelana & Maroelana Extension 3

• Waterkloof

• Waterkloof 376-JR

• Waterkloof Ridge & Waterkloof Ridge Extension 1

Households with young children, elderly family members, or medical needs are particularly advised to make special preparations.

City Appeals for Resident Preparedness

The City of Tshwane has urged residents to store sufficient water in advance, highlighting the importance of using stored water only for essential purposes during the shutdown. Activities such as watering gardens, washing cars, or filling pools should be postponed to reduce strain on limited reserves.

“The planned work forms part of the city’s commitment to strengthening bulk water infrastructure and improving long-term reliability of water supply,” the city said, acknowledging that while the outage may be inconvenient, it is necessary to prevent more severe disruptions in the future.

Public Reaction

Local social media platforms are buzzing with residents sharing tips for surviving the outage, from storing buckets of water to setting up temporary water stations. Some have expressed frustration over repeated interruptions, while others appreciate the city’s transparency and the long-term goal of preventing unplanned outages.

Why This Work Matters

The planned tie-in connection is part of ongoing efforts to modernize Tshwane’s water infrastructure. Experts note that while 14 hours without running water is disruptive, it is a small price to pay for ensuring that taps remain reliable throughout the year.

For residents in the affected suburbs, careful planning and community cooperation will be key to navigating Tuesday’s outage with minimal disruption.

{Source: The South African}

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