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As parts of Johannesburg endure water outages and low pressure, residents want clear answers: who is actually responsible for the taps running dry? In Gauteng’s complex water network, two key players dominate – Rand Water and Johannesburg Water – each with distinct roles. Understanding this division is not just technical; it’s critical for accountability and solutions.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile has called for urgent intervention to close South Africa’s HIV treatment gap, warning that millions remain outside the formal healthcare system despite decades of progress. Speaking at the official opening of the 12th South African AIDS Conference in Gauteng, Mashatile insisted that the fight against HIV will only be won if treatment and support reach everyon