When drawn from taps in urban areas, drinking and cooking water in South Africa is safe. It is urged that you take measures if necessary because not all of the tap water in rural regions is safe to drink. Borehole systems are used in some rural regions to collect discovered water, store it in containers, and then purify it using the water system that is connected to your tap.
The national benchmark for water quality in South Africa, according to the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry, is comparable to WHO standards.
Is Tap Water Safe Across The Country?
Approximately 89,4% of South African households have access to piped water, according to statistics. 62% of households nationwide gave the quality of the water-related services they received a “good” rating. Water service authorities with a local focus maintain clean water and periodically check the drinking water quality in South Africa. The department rates these authorities based on the Blue Drop Certification System as well. Rand Water (the water sanitation hub) thoroughly purifies raw water before distributing it to the public, ensuring that it is free of pollutants and hazardous microorganisms.
Is There Any Water I Should Avoid Drinking?
Avoid drinking water from streams and rivers out of caution, especially in regions where people live, as they could transmit waterborne diseases.
What about if I’m on the move?
You may always pick up bottled water at a store or garage for circumstances where you are on the road. There are numerous brands of bottled water available, some of which are well-known international names. You can choose from a variety of fruit-flavored waters as well as still and sparkling waters.
