The Future

This brief is the last in a series of six on urban transport and discusses the planned future of the transport system in the five largest metros.

The institutional structure for delivering water services

The Constitution affords everyone the right to access sufficient water. One way in which the Water Services Act gives effect to this right is by establishing ...

The institutional structure of water resource management

In an effort to effectively manage South Africa’s water resources, the National Water Act makes provision for establishing water institutions that aim to ...

The state of sanitation and wastewater treatment services in South Africa

Effective sanitation services contribute significantly to reducing health risks and protecting the environment. But accessing safe and dignified sanitation ...

This Brief is the first in a series examining the state of youth in South Africa.

Travel In Cities And Towns I - Statistical Overview: Evidence From The 2016 General Household Survey

This brief is the first in a series of six on urban transport. It, and the second brief, will present statistical material which delineates key current ...

Travel In Cities And Towns II - Statistical Overview: Evidence From The 2013 National Household Travel Survey

This brief is the second in a series of six on urban transport. It, along with the first brief, presents statistical material which delineates key current ...

Understanding water issues and challenges I: Department of Water and Sanitation

The Department of Water and Sanitation is tasked with managing South Africa’s water resources. But it faces considerable obstacles in performing its ...

Understanding water issues and challenges II: Municipalities and the delivery of water services

Municipalities, defined as water services authorities, are required to provide basic water and sanitation services, but systemic issues are impacting their ...

Understanding water issues and challenges III: Water boards and bulk water services

Water boards are instrumental in providing bulk water services across the country. But failing governance, financial mismanagement and unpaid debt are ...