Latest News on Hygiene and Sanitation in South Africa

New sanitation innovation for mining sector

Published: 14/04/2026    |    Views: 8
Sanitech's new mining sanitation prototype treats waste at the source, improving hygiene and dignity while reducing manual waste removal through advanced water recycling.

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Why outsourcing cleaning services is smarter

Published: 09/12/2025    |    Views: 1130
Outsourcing cleaning cuts hidden labour costs, ensures compliance, improves efficiency and reliability, and protects businesses from legal, financial and operational risks.

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Low tariffs, high risk – what’s the true cost of cheap water in South Africa?

Published: 06/08/2025    |    Views: 2546
South Africa’s cheap water masks a crisis: waste, failing infrastructure, and rising risks. Businesses must act now to secure water resilience.

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Flushing away inequality – ending the pit latrine crisis in South African schools

Published: 15/07/2025    |    Views: 2959
The continued prevalence of pit latrines in South African schools is a serious socio-economic issue that endangers the health and safety of learners.

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How austerity measures are undermining education rights in South Africa

Published: 15/07/2025    |    Views: 2380
Austerity and underfunding erode pupils’ rights in SA schools, causing overcrowding, teacher shortages, unsafe toilets, and declining education quality.

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Wastewater treatment for industrial sustainability

Published: 11/06/2025    |    Views: 2088
Efficient wastewater treatment also presents significant economic benefits, reducing operational costs by minimising water intake and reusing treated water

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