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Buffalo City Metro in the Eastern Cape is facing a severe challenge as water leaks and sewage obstructions threaten the municipality’s infrastructure. Despite owning thirty-three vehicles designated for water maintenance, only four are currently operational, leaving the metro struggling to address these critical issues.
Financial constraints are compounding the problem, with insufficient funds available to effectively tackle the growing crisis. This situation arises amid mounting criticism from the DA and ActionSA over proposed significant tariff hikes, which they argue will further burden residents without resolving the underlying issues.
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