Rand Water rubbishes claims that its water is unsafe to drink

JOHANNESBURG - Rand Water has rubbished claims that its water is unsafe to drink following reports on social media that it contains poison.

Voice notes circulated online warning people that water in the Vaal area was contaminated.

The utility has assured residents, including those in the Emfuleni Local Municipality, that the water was up to standard for human consumption.

Rand Water’s spokesperson Makenosi Maroo has urged the public to stop spreading fake news.

"The organisation would also like to emphasise that its process involves abstracting, purifying, and thoroughly testing the water before it is distributed to its customers. We take pride in providing high-quality drinking water that consistently exceeds the SANS 241."