Uniting for Water: Mogalakwena Local Municipality’s Collaborative Approach to Service Delivery (2021 – 2024)
Published by MCP-Programme in Strategic Water Management · Friday 18 Apr 2025 · 1:15
Mogalakwena Mocal Municipality (MLM)’s water supply was in crisis. With a daily demand of 23 million litres and only 14 million litres being supplied intermittently, the municipality was struggling to keep up. Stakeholders—mines, businesses, and government entities—were investing in water projects, but their efforts were fragmented and uncoordinated.
The Turning Point:
In 2021, the MCPP stepped in to bring everyone to the table. They mapped all ongoing and planned water initiatives in MLM, creating an interactive map that highlighted overlaps and gaps. This led to the establishment of the Mogalakwena Water Services Forum, a platform where stakeholders could collaborate and align their efforts. The Impact:
The Forum has been a game-changer. Mines like Ivanplats adjusted their plans to align with municipal priorities, and the municipality updated its Water Master Plan with input from all stakeholders. For the first time, MLM had a coordinated approach to water service delivery. The Outcome:
Today, the Water Services Forum includes 14 active stakeholders, from mining houses to government departments. Together, they’re working to ensure that every drop of water is used efficiently and that investments are aligned with the municipality’s long-term goals. Acknowledgements:
Anglo Platinum, Mogalakwena Mine, MLM Senior Water Management Team, MLM Water Services Forum, MCPP Implementation Team,
