OPINION | Prioritising river conservation and monitoring is the only viable solution to combat not only the current cholera outbreak but also other waterborne pathogens such as E.coli.
In the wake of the cholera outbreak, it is disheartening to realise that the causes of this devastating crisis might have been lurking for years. Newspaper reports have highlighted the escalating casualties, with at least 17 lives lost, and more than 40 hospitalised, as authorities struggle to identify the source of the outbreak and respond timely and with tact.
By overlaying these locations onto the river network, a clearer picture emerges, revealing that the Apies River serves as a vital link between the two areas. Could the Apies River be the missing link in unravelling the Tshwane-cholera conundrum? The Apies River draws its water from the Bapsfontein Lake District, located just northeast of Johannesburg. It acts as a major water source for numerous tributaries of the Limpopo River valley, rendering it a critical water source area.lake district via the Rietvlei dam, and it is alarming how rapidly the river becomes polluted as it meanders through the capital.
As the deadly cholera outbreak rages on, shedding light on the polluted Apies River and its potential role in this crisis becomes increasingly urgent. While the former question may garner significant attention and fuel debates, it should not divert our focus from the latter, which is of equal if not greater importance. By separating these inquiries, we can navigate the issue with a more comprehensive understanding.
This settlement lacks sanitation facilities, leading to a significant risk of waste finding its way into the Apies River. Additionally, another area of concern is the intersection of Willow Road and Nelson Mandela Drive, extending through the CBD and reaching the national zoological gardens. have been implemented to capture floating litter from the Apies River, such as papers and plastic, indicating the presence of pollutants in the water.
The images showcase garbage strewn around the river, illustrating the detrimental consequences of such practices. These visuals highlight the potential for various pollutants, including pathogens, chemicals and non-biodegradable materials, to enter the river ecosystem, exacerbating the risk of cholera contamination.
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