Drought-stricken Nelson Mandela Bay opts for desalination – South Africa The decision was eagerly awaited in Nelson Mandela Bay. The municipal council of this town in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa has approved the construction of a plant to transform sea water into drinking water. The municipalityâs choice comes in the context of a drought that is particularly affecting this part of South Africa. This phenomenon, which is linked to climate change, is at the root of the water stress that the rainbow nation has been experiencing for several years. (LINK). Drought-stricken Nelson Mandela Bay opts for desalination – South AfricaHIWI042021-05-04T15:23:02+02:00
NMB council approves construction of seawater desalination plant – South Africa The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipalityâs Council has approved the construction of a seawater desalination plant. This decision was taken in a Special Council meeting held on Friday. The decision paves the way for the cityâs Infrastructure and Engineering Directorate to enter into a partnership with the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) to proceed with plans to fast track the project, considering the severity of the drought currently facing the city. NMB council approves construction of seawater desalination plant – South AfricaHIWI042021-05-01T15:47:01+02:00
Mayor to sign drought disaster declaration for Nelson Mandela Bay – South Africa Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Mongameli Bobani will sign the declaration for the city to maintain its classification as a disaster area within 48 hours. This was confirmed by mayoral committee member Andile Lungisa during a visit to the Impofu Dam on Thursday, reports HeraldLIVE. Lungisa was flanked by the metroâs water and sanitation director Barry Martin and the acting executive director of infrastructure and engineering, Zukile Nogongo. (LINK). Mayor to sign drought disaster declaration for Nelson Mandela Bay – South AfricaHIWI042019-11-16T17:47:47+01:00