South Africa: Water Crisis Turns Deadly in Durban - South African News Briefs - August 4, 2026

Water Crisis Turns Deadly in Durban Residents of Adams Mission, south of Durban, have accused government water tanker drivers of selling water that should be supplied free of charge, following the death of 43-year-old Celani Zungu, reports EWN. Community members allege Zungu was trying to stop a tanker from leaving without delivering water to residents when he was struck and killed by the vehicle. Local councillor Thembelihle Makhanya said there is no concrete evidence of water being sold. He condemned the allegations if proven true. Police are investigating a case of culpable homicide, while the eThekwini Municipality has launched an internal investigation. Westbury Residents March Against Gang Violence Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedIn Residents of Westbury in Joha