some for months as the country continues to battle power cuts and the devastating impact of climate change.Owner of Monsoon Irrigation and Boreholes Kevin Dan says they have seen increased demand for boreholes and JoJo tanks, especially in office complexes.
“We have seen two things happen. Increase in demand for boreholes and existing boreholes being connected to the house and the price range now is anything between 75 and 275 thousand rand.
“When you use the company for a borehole, make sure they are registered with Borehole Water Association of South Africa and before you connect this water into the house, this water contains lime, and in some places E.coli, so you need to do a water quality test. There are a lot of people that are putting these tests up for cheap prices, “ he cautions.Rand Water CEO Sipho Mosai has admitted the country is facing water supply challenges.