Resources
Sector collaboration in the water services sector
Article setting out water sector collaboration efforts in the context of the Masibambane programme.
Regulation of Water Services in South Africa
Article on process by the Department of Water Affairs to revise legal framework for regulation.
The case for institutional reform of water services
This article highlights the main drivers behind institutional reform in the water services sector, and describes the process being followed.
Linking health and hygiene with water services
Article arguing for linking water services projects into municipal health systems.
Why procure NGOs?
NGOs possess a wealth of experience and knowledge and can provide valuable input to municipal policy development and service delivery.
Implementing the Strategic Framework for Water Services
An article published in the 2005 Mvula diary describing the Strategic Framework for Water Services and charting the way forward for its implementation.
Case Study - Building collaboration in sanitation: Municipal sanitation forums providing hands-on as
A case study published in Mvula’s 2005 diary examining the establishment of municipal level sanitation forums.
SALGA-SAAWU Model Bulk Water Supply Contract
Article from Mvula 2005 diary. The model bulk water supply contract was negotiated between SALGA and the South African Association of Water Utilities (SAAWU), pending the finalisation of the institutional reform process proposed in the Strategic Framework for Water Services (September 2003).
Section 78 Assessments - making strategic decisions
Article setting out the decision making process prescribed by Section 78 of the Municipal Systems Act, as it pertains to the provision of water and sanitation services by municipalities newly tasked with this power and function.
Section 78 Assessments - making strategic decisions
Article setting out the decision making process prescribed by Section 78 of the Municipal Systems Act, as it pertains to the provision of water and sanitation services by municipalities newly tasked with this power and function.