South Africa water crisis: E. coli contamination leaves hundreds ill

Al Jazeera English7 hours ago2:05

More than 400 people, mostly children, have fallen ill after E. coli contaminated the water supply in Tshwane, South Africa. The crisis was linked to a lack of chlorine at a water treatment plant, leaving residents concerned about the safety of their tap water. Residents describe dirty water and the struggle to find safe alternatives for drinking and cooking. The government has procured chlorine and promised water tankers, but many families say they cannot afford to buy bottled water as they wait for a reliable supply. Al Jazeera's Clement Manyathela reports from Tshwane, South Africa. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #southafrica #water #ecoli #watercontamination #aljazeeraenglish

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