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Water shutdowns and testing planned across Cape Town until 23 October

IOL · 18 October 2026 at 14:00

Water shutdowns and testing planned across Cape Town until 23 October

Residents in several Cape Town areas may experience water shutdowns, low pressure or temporary disruptions during planned maintenance and testing from Saturday, 17 October, to Friday, 23 October 2026.

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