Urgent Maintenance to Affect Water Supply in Potchefstroom Areas Today

Ikageng Gazette
Jun 12
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JB Marks Local Municipality has issued an urgent public notice regarding critical maintenance work aimed at addressing persistent water supply interruptions. The emergency maintenance, scheduled for Thursday, 12 June 2025, is expected to take place between 12h00 and 18h00 and will temporarily disrupt water services in several areas.

Affected Areas

Residents and institutions in the following locations should prepare for a temporary water supply shutdown:

Dassierand
Kanonniers Park
SANDF
Witrand Hospital
Promosa
Mohadin
Eesterandjies Reservoirs
All Ikageng Extensions

This essential work forms part of a broader effort by the municipality to establish a long-term, sustainable water supply infrastructure that minimizes future disruptions.

Municipal Statement

In the official communication, the municipality noted:

“The main objective of JB Marks Local Municipality is to implement a permanent solution and prevent further disruptions. We apologize for the inconvenience caused.”

Community Impact

Healthcare facilities like Witrand Hospital and military zones such as SANDF are among the critical service areas impacted. Residents are advised to store sufficient water in advance and to use water sparingly during the maintenance window.