As per reports, as of Wednesday (12 February), Johannesburg is facing a severe water crisis, with 28 out of 61 reservoirs and towers now at critically low levels or completely without water. The crisis currently impacts approximately 350 areas across the city, highlighting significant challenges facing the utility.

• It has been reported that 28 reservoirs marked as critically low (red), 24 at fair levels (yellow), and only 9 classified as stable (green). Particularly concerning are reservoirs like Zondi, Jabulani Tower, and Hursthill 1, which are currently on bypass.
• Some of the other critically low reservoirs noted include Power Park, Protea Glen, and the Lenasia Cosmos Reservoir. Central and Soweto systems, along with reservoirs from the Randburg System, are similarly impacted, with residents facing serious water supply reductions.
• Johannesburg remains under Level 1 water restrictions, and Joburg Water has scaled back water supply since 08 November 2024. They are urging all residents to minimize their water consumption to stabilize the system and mitigate the situation. Yet, the strain on residents continues as many have reported going days or even weeks without consistent water supply.