Vaal Dam was 100% full on 4 Sept 2026 though inflows fell through the week. Discharge stayed at 16.8 m³/s and no sluice gates were opened,...
A likely strong El Niño could bring a hot, dry Oct 2026–Mar 2027. Major dams trail 2025 levels and experts urge early conservation to protect supplies.
The Vaal Dam remained above full supply level for a third straight day between 8 and 10 June 2026, with managers gradually increasing releases on 10...
For decades, South Africa’s dams have been more than just water sources. They have been weekend escape spots, fishing hubs, and economic lifelines for entire small...
Vaal Dam still spilling over, even as water levels ease slightly A small dip this week, but a massive difference from last year If you’ve driven...
A river system under pressure The Vaal Dam has been gathering water rapidly after days of heavy rain across the region. After the dam surged past...
Gauteng’s Vaal Dam Is Brimming in 2025, and That’s Not Just Good News; It’s Vital Just over a year ago, the Vaal Dam was looking dangerously...
A rare winter phenomenon is unfolding across Gauteng’s water network and the Vaal Dam is stealing the show. In a surprising twist of seasonal fortune, the...
Water levels at the Vaal Dam have remained impressively stable over the past three weeks, consistently hovering just above 107%, even after April’s heavy rains and...
Johannesburg’s taps might be in your kitchen, but the water they deliver starts a long way from home. In 2025, the city’s water supply still relies...