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ARTICLES 2016

Date	Articles
15 December 2016	Gauteng DWS acts tough on unauthorized water use
12 December 2016	Water safety crucial during the festive season
12 December 2016	DWS’s Aqua Enduro programme sharpens young minds for the water and sanitation sector
12 December 2016	Northern Cape residents over the moon after receiving wheelbarrow water tankers
09 December 2016	SADC countries work together to resolve problems over limited water resources
08 December 2016	Everyone should have a flushing toilet by 2030
07 December 2016	Richards Bay Desalination Plant
06 December 2016	Free State officials commemorate World Aids Day
04 December 2016	Minister Mokonyane holds a memorial service for Fidel Castro with the Cubans
02 December 2016	Blouberg Women encouraged to play a role in saving water
01 December 2016	Keep Toilets Clean and Save lives
30 November 2016	Anita lose weight to win Biggest Loser Challenge
30 November 2016	Learners receive university bursaries
30 November 2016	Greenfields community educated about the importance of toilets
24 November 2016	Quality Services Afforded to the Community of Bloemhof
23 November 2016	DWS hands over R44 million Waste Water Treatment Plants to municipalities
22 November 2016	DWS strengthens stakeholder engagement through Community Management Forums
22 November 2016	DWS makes interventions to improve the operation of priority waste water treatment works
22 November 2016	The Department of Water and Sanitation celebrates World Toilet Day in Bitou Local Municipality
21 November 2016	SA-Cuba 20 year cooperation bears fruits in imparting critical skills
18 November 2016	Rain and Sterkfontein water raise water levels at Vaal Dam
16 November 2016	Minister Mokonyane Hands Over the Paarl Waste Water Treatment Plant Project to Drankenstein Local Municpality
14 November 2016	Free State staff recommit to working as a team
14 November 2016	Basotho swell with pride for providing life-saving water to South Africa
10 November 2016	KwaZulu-Natal partners with Transnet on the Drop the Block Campaign
02 November 2016	Gauteng DWS’s Health and Safety Office takes awareness campaign to employees
31 October 2016	Minister Mokonyane engages with Black Business in Soweto
31 October 2016	Wash Hands to Prevent Spread of Diseases
31 October 2016	Practicing good hygiene could improve the quality of life
27 October 2016	Jones explores underground water
25 October 2016	DWS resolute in its quest to ensure clean governance
24 October 2016	DWS officials take the hand washing lessons to schools in Limpopo
24 October 2016	Jubilance as Minister Mokonyane hands over the Vaal Gamagara Water Scheme
18 October 2016	DWS in North West take Global Handwashing Day campaign to schools
17 October 2016	DWS praised by Kroonstad community for its water interventions
17 October 2016	Women in DWS’s Women incubation programme breaks barriers
14 October 2016	Free State DWS engages the youth with interest in the water sector
14 October 2016	Water Restrictions to be intensified in Gauteng
14 October 2016	Women in Water Incubator programme key for emancipation of women
14 October 2016	DWS in Northern Cape take Global Handwashing Day campaign to pre-schools
11 October 2016	War on Leaks trainees gives thumbs up to the programme for changing their lives
07 October 2016	Drop-the-Block Empowers Volunteers
07 October 2016	Bulwer Emergency Water Scheme Brings Relief
06 October 2016	Rand Water calls on municipalities to reduce water supply
05 October 2016	DWS Minister Mokonyane calls on communities to change behaviour towards water conservation
03 October 2016	Water and Sanitation Forums make an impact
28 September 2016	Ermelo WWTW Refurbished for Optimal Functionality
28 September 2016	Reservoir and Reticulation for Kamadakwa-Ndlovu Community
26 September 2016	DWS’s Heritage Day celebrated to break down walls of suspicion amongst people
23 September 2016	Puppet Show Promotes Water Conservation in Schools
22 September 2016	Water conservation must ensure it’s not an expensive commodity
22 September 2016	WRC celebrates water as a Heritage Month issue driving the socio-economy of the country
21 September 2016	Public consultations on Climate Change & Sustainable Hydropower Generation continue
21 September 2016	Use the available water wisely
15 September 2016	SA Statistician-General recognises achievements of RDP goals made by Department of Water and Sanitation
15 September 2016	DWS hosts eye-opening policy national public consultation workshop in Pretoria
14 September 2016	Banking Water for Hard Times
13 September 2016	Forum Discusses Olifants Catchment Issues
13 September 2016	Notable progress on WWTP in the Free State
12 September 2016	Vhembe District celebrating this year’s Casual Day in style
12 September 2016	Water Conservation, the Buzz Word in Celebration of Arbor Day
08 September 2016	DWS provides much needed relief to drought stricken communities
08 September 2016	Behavioural change key to mitigating effects of water shortages
08 September 2016	`Best drought interventions don't require money but behavioural change`- Minister Mokonyane
07 September 2016	Limpopo Regional Office employee starts Heritage Month in style
05 September 2016	DWS works with Sibanye Gold to protect the natural resource
05 September 2016	Face 2 Face with Lancelot Tibana
05 September 2016	Free State Water and Sanitation women walk the walk
02 September 2016	Qalabotjha Waste Water Treatment Works
01 September 2016	DWS empowers women through information sharing
31 August 2016	DWS final consultation on raw water charges for next financial year ends on high note
31 August 2016	Face to Face with Tebogo Diradingwe
31 August 2016	Minister Mokonyane gives account on SA`s progress towards SDGs
30 August 2016	Let s localise solutions for inclusive economic growth
30 August 2016	Water for Sustainable growth at SIWI World Water Week, Stockholm
29 August 2016	Municipalities trained on Blue and Green Drop Systems
26 August 2016	Stakeholders Engaged on Casteel Dam Rehabilitation
26 August 2016	KwaZulu-Natal hosts War on Leaks Workshop with Stakeholders
24 August 2016	Biggest loser participants going strong
24 August 2016	DWS women on cloud nine after pampering during Women’s Month Celebration
23 August 2016	What women’s month means to me as a woman - Pulane Shabe
23 August 2016	“It is enjoyable if you know the impact of the work you do”
23 August 2016	The Department of Water and Sanitation engages the communities of Matzikama Municipality on water and sanitation issues
22 August 2016	Empowered women make informed health and strategic decisions
22 August 2016	South Africa and Botswana discuss Water Quality Monitoring and Hyacinth Management
19 August 2016	KM Champions Urged to Make a Difference
19 August 2016	Stakeholders Engaged on Groundwater Management
19 August 2016	From SA Youth Water Prize winner to Hydrologist
18 August 2016	Celebrating Women of Wisdom & Success
17 August 2016	DWS walk-in centres open
17 August 2016	Church’s Women’s Month celebration throws weight behind DWS’ Drop-the-Block Campaign
17 August 2016	Healthy Living is the way as KZN launches internal “Biggest Loser Programme”
16 August 2016	Poor water quality and inadequate sanitation negatively impact on food security
12 August 2016	Over 7000 youth recruited for the WOL 2nd intake
12 August 2016	Science Week Expo Opens Learners’ Eyes
12 August 2016	A slight increase in dam levels
11 August 2016	Minister Nomvula Mokonyane graced the Power FM airwaves
11 August 2016	New Councilors to be inducted in water and sanitation issues
11 August 2016	Sustainable Development Goals measure the factors addressing the needs of the poor
05 August 2016	Drought Negatively Affects All
05 August 2016	Municipalities Engaged on Water Quality
05 August 2016	Face to Face with Mike Gert Beukes
04 August 2016	DWS women encouraged to wear idhuku during women`s month
04 August 2016	DWS ensures potable water is supplied to voting stations within Limpopo Province
04 August 2016	Mzimvubu Water Project to bring hope to residents
02 August 2016	War on Leaks programme seeks ways to best approach the challenges facing South Africa
01 August 2016	Water and Sanitation Community Meetings Restore Cooperation
28 July 2016	Departmental initiatives to improve the lives of the youth
28 July 2016	DWS Touches Base with Community on Water and Sanitation Issues
27 July 2016	Learners & Community Encouraged to Save Water
26 July 2016	Drought-stricken eDumbe gets a visit from the Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Mrs Pamela Tshwete
23 July 2016	BMW Group encompasses a long-term sustainability approach to communities
22 July 2016	DWS launches Drop-the-block Campaign in Kimberly
22 July 2016	Face to Face with Papashane Jerry Mofokeng
21 July 2016	Department of Water and Sanitation on course to limit ground and surface water pollution originating from mines
19 July 2016	DWS staff makes a difference by clearing rivers
19 July 2016	Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane rolled up sleeves at Jukskei River for Mandela
17 July 2016	KwaZulu-Natal kicks off the Clear Rivers Campaign
15 July 2016	Preaching Clear Rivers on a Daily Basis
13 July 2016	DWS employees lead by example on cleaning rivers
08 July 2016	Deputy Minister urges delegates to shine spotlight on War on Leaks Programme
06 July 2016	Capacity to manage inland waters enhanced
05 July 2016	DWS’s drought relief intervention programme bears fruit
01 July 2016	Minister Mokonyane launches the R15 million Jericho Rural Bulk Water Scheme
30 June 2016	Londhindha Primary – a Rural School - Wins a Media Centre
30 June 2016	DWS Held the National BLM Competition
30 June 2016	DWS close off youth month celebrations with a bang
28 June 2016	Mhlabatshane Dam Safety Awareness Campaign
27 June 2016	Vaal Gamagara water quality control laboratory and water scheme bring joy to Northern Capers
15 June 2016	Minister Launches Waste Water Treatment Works in Kroonstad
09 June 2016	DWS Director General visits Waste Water Treatment Works in the Vaal
08 June 2016	Puppet Show Hits Kwaggafontein Schools
08 June 2016	Water Conservation Awareness Crucial for Thembisile Hani
07 June 2016	Water conservation taken to the next level
07 June 2016	Wheel Barrow Water Containers Improve Lives
03 June 2016	KZN Celebrates Youth Month with a Youth Symposium
27 May 2016	Government communicators urged to inform communities about state programmes
24 May 2016	The country’s economy needs reliable and safe water supplies
21 May 2016	SA Youth water winner
20 May 2016	El Nino declining, but tough times ahead
19 May 2016	Hundreds of jobs created through the long-term AMD project
16 May 2016	Criminal Matters Amenmend Bill
13 May 2016	Mbombela to benefit from Hoxani extension
12 May 2016	Drought relief for Umjindi & Thembisile Hani
03 May 2016	Illegal water users taught a lesson
09 May 2016	Learners encouraged to take water related careers
06 May 2016	Minister visits War on Leaks trainees
05 May 2016	Hennops River gets spruced
28 April 2016	Municipalities receive much needed waste water injection
22 April 2016	DM Tshwete uplifts Ngqushwa
21 April 2016	Drought relief for Umjindi & Thembisile Hani
20 April 2016	War on Leaks trainees already tackling water losses
20 April 2016	Khaliphani to represent Mpumalanga in SAYWP
19 April 2016	Understanding Water Use licence
14 April 2016	Emakhazeni WWTW refurbishment begins
13 April 2016	Senekal tanks deliver good quality water
11 April 2016	Water conservation education and awareness are much needed essentials for the people of Giyani
11 April 2016	The MIP maintains an impressive 'business as usual' approach despite setbacks
08 April 2016	Validation verification of water use in the Olifants
07 April 2016	Face to Face with with Maureen Letloenyane
07 April 2016	Water users are encouraged to pay their debt
07 April 2016	Development must be balanced by an increased supply of water
07 April 2016	The race to make waste water treatment plants viable is on high gear
04 April 2016	Drought Relief Imbizo held at Melmoth
01 April 2016	Water conservation awareness with inmates
01 April 2016	Do we know the value of wetlands?
01 April 2016	KOBWA provides water access and dignified sanitation
30 March 2016	Learners determined to seize opportunities
30 March 2016	The youth, especially pupils from rural villages, empowered for the future
29 March 2016	Minister Mokonyane donates 350 water wheelbarrows to churchgoers
23 March 2016	KwaZulu-Natal Launches Lower Tugela Bulk Water Supply Scheme
23 March 2016	Bethal sewer system restored to functionality
18 March 2016	DWS targets learners during Water Week
17 March 2016	DWS takes the water conservation messages to the people of Alexandra
16 March 2016	Official kick start of national water week Heilbron
07 March 2016	DWS Awards a Media Classroom to Cabane JSS
02 March 2016	Groundwater must play a role to supplement surface water
29 February 2016	Water Recycling can be done
26 February 2016	Water Quality and Water Quality Management Challenges in SA
24 February 2016	Director General in Beijing for crucial talks
24 February 2016	Bushbuckridge & Nkomazi to receive toilets
23 February 2016	Drop The Block Campaign to boost to water conservation efforts
22 February 2016	NW Region rise in establishing water and sanitation forums
19 February 2016	KZN Roll out Drop-The-Block Campaign
18 February 2016	Reticulation project brings relief
15 February 2016	Could Desalination Save us From Drought
10 February 2016	Overloaded Vaal WWTWs need urgent intervention to avert pollution
10 February 2016	Water Use Licenses a must for sand mining in KwaZulu-Natal and other areas
09 February 2016	DWS` Jericho water infrastructure refurbishment intervention
08 February 2016	Steve Tshwete and Mbombela have best tap water in Mpumalanga
05 February 2016	Effluent Re-use in Northern Cape
05 February 2016	Joy and excitement as trucks full of water take for the drought stricken areas
04 February 2016	Waste Water Treatment Works receive an upgrade
03 February 2016	Groundwater information is essential in drought situations
01 February 2016	Operation Hydrate
01 February 2016	Mpumalanga Drought Interventions
01 February 2016	Partnership aid drought situations
28 January 2016	Department strives for clean water
24 January 2016	DWS intervens to bring Water and Sanitation relief to Tswaing Local Municipality
15 January 2016	South Africa and Zambia continues to forge relations

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