UPDATE: 17 June 2026 – 12:20
⚠️ ALERT 1: WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION FOR ENTIRE KIMBERLEY ON SATURDAY, 20 JUNE 2026 – 06:00 TO 22:00
Notice is hereby given that a Planned Water Supply Interruption is scheduled for refurbishments at Newton Reservoirs:
• Installation of three new valves (1200 NB) at Reservoir 102 megalitres at Newton Reservoirs, and
• Newton Tower pipework upgrades (tower to cross section).
Interruption schedule:
* Date: Saturday, 20 June 2026
* Time: 06:00 to 22:00 (16 hours)
📍Please Store Water: Residents are urged to store sufficient water for essential use during the time of interruption.
Saturday’s operation at Newton Reservoirs is part of the government’s investment through the Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) into repairs and upgrades of the bulk water supply infrastructure, which are aimed at guaranteeing reliable future water supply.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and would appreciate the residents’ cooperation.
Kind regards,
Thabo Mothibi
Communications Unit
SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY
