PLANNED WATER MAINTENANCE
10 December 2025

The NMBM is required to replace a faulty isolation valve on the main supply to the Perseverance Industrial area.
The work is scheduled to take place during the morning of 11 December 2025 and water should be restored by lunchtime.

We apologise for the inconvenience.

PLANNED WATER MAINTENANCE
10 December 2025

The Coega Development Corporation is required to install a new connection on a main water pipe supplying water from the Coegakop reservoir, 13-18 December 2025.
This pipeline currently supplies the IDZ as well as surrounding industrial and residential areas. Most of these areas will be rezoned onto Motherwell reservoir, during this period, but certain areas may still experience disruptions and low pressures.
These areas include the Coega IDZ, Markman Industrial area, Port of Ngqura and Colchester.
Water tankers will be available but industrial and commercial consumers are requested to implement contingency plans, if possible.

We apologise for the inconvenience.

UPDATE - WATER SUPPLY DISRUPTION

09 December 2025

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality advises residents of the following updates regarding the current status of the water supply system across the Metro.

Supply to most areas remains stable at this stage. The only area still experiencing challenges is the Kwanobuhle Reservoir 1 zone. The reservoir level has shown improvement, and normal supply is expected to be restored within the next couple of days. Water tankers remain in the area to continue supporting affected residents. The affected streets are:
Nkholi Avenue
Ben Stungu Street
Nginza Avenue
Nhanhanha Avenue

The Nooitgedagt Water Treatment Works experienced an operational failure during the early hours of this morning, which resulted in a 15 percent reduction in bulk supply. However, current reservoir levels remain sufficient to sustain supply to the zones without service interruption at this stage.

The Malabar Reservoir level is currently very low. As a result, residents in the middle to lower parts of Gelvandale may experience low pressure or intermittent water supply.

The Municipality thanks residents for their patience and cooperation and will continue to monitor the situation closely.

NOTICE TO ALL (IOD) PENSIONERS

All individuals receiving Injury on Duty (IOD) pension benefits are requested to present themselves for verification as part of an ongoing compliance and audit process.

This verification is mandatory and ensures that all beneficiary information remains accurate and up to date. We acknowledge that many of our IOD pensioners are elderly or may experience challenges with travelling.

If you are unable to visit our offices due to age, disability, ill-health, or mobility difficulties, please contact us on 041 506 1328 or email iod@mandelametro.gov.za so that alternative arrangements can be made.

For IOD pensioners who are able to travel, you are kindly requested to complete your in-person verification at:

11th Floor, Fidelity Building, Govan Mbeki Avenue

Please bring the following documents:
1. Certified copy of your ID
2. Proof of address (not older than 3 months)
3. Proof of bank details (not older than 3 months)
4. Recent contact details

Please note: Failure to complete the verification process may result in a temporary suspension of benefits.

We remain committed to ensuring that this process is conducted in a dignified, accessible, and supportive manner.

SAFETY TIPS FOR A SAFE DAY AT THE BEACH

? Do not consume alcohol before or while swimming.

? Never swim alone.

? Do not attempt to rescue someone yourself — alert a lifeguard immediately.

? Avoid using flotation devices (tubes, inflatable toys) in the ocean.

? Swim only where and when lifeguards are on duty.

? Always swim between the red-and-yellow lifeguard flags.

? Ensure constant adult supervision — barriers and vigilance save lives.

? Avoid distractions when looking after children.

? Keep our beaches clean: avoid illegal dumping and use the bins provided. Recycling bins will be available at designated stations.