By REGINALD KANYANE
15 January 2025- North West province has experienced a significant amount of rainfall this season, bringing much-needed relief to the region’s water resources. As a result, the province’s dam levels have shown notable improvements over the past week.
According to the Department of Water and Sanitation latest report on the country’s water levels, the overall dam levels in the North West have increased from 64.7% to 72.5%.
The department spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa said the upward trend will bring a relief to the province, and the department is optimistic that this upward trajectory will continue. Mavasa said several dams in the province have experienced significant increases in their water levels.
“The Olifantsnek Dam has shown a notable increase from 48.0% to 60.4%, while the Vaalkop Dam has jumped from 28.9% to 65.9% this week. The Bospoort Dam has risen from last week’s 92.7% to 102.2% this week, indicating a substantial improvement in water storage.
“Other dams that have experienced an increase include the Ngotwane dam, which has risen from 32.0% to 35.0%. Buffelspoort Dam has increased from 84.5% to 91.3% this week. Lindleyspoort Dam from 17.5% to 30.0% and Roodekopjes Dam from 78.9% to 87.8% this week,” he said.
Mavasa further said Marico-Bosveld Dam has risen from 20.0% to 27.4%, Molatedi Dam, which has increased from 27.5% to 37.1%, Madikwe Dam and Pella Dam has risen from 36.8% to 47.7%, and 36.0% to 37.8% respectively. He added that in addition, the Disaneng Dam has reached full capacity, increasing from 75.0% to 100.0%.
“On the other hand, some dams in the province have experienced decreases in their water levels. Hartbeespoort Dam has decreased slightly from 97.6% to 95.1%. Taung and Setumo Dams have maintained their levels at 82.3% and 98.9%, respectively.
“Moving forward, the department remains committed to ensuring sustainable management of water resources by continuing to work closely with all stakeholders to maintain a positive momentum and to guarantee a reliable water supply to the province’s residents, businesses, and industries,” said Mavasa.
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