Ramaphosa commits to swift action to address countrywide water crises
The president’s comments come amid residents’ frustration over Johannesburg’s water issues
By Linda Ensor
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Many residents of Johannesburg seem to understand the nature of this water crisis too, which is why they are so angry, writes Tom Eaton