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Criminal Gangs Exploit South Africa's Water Crisis

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 08:01 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 08:01 | 1 source | 1 article

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South Africa's water crisis is being exploited by criminal gangs who are stealing water and selling it on the black market. This illegal activity is further straining already scarce resources and impacting communities struggling with access to clean water. The situation highlights the vulnerability of infrastructure and the desperation of citizens facing water shortages.

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South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis Foto: BBC News
BBC News 19 mar. 2026, 08:01 (1 day ago) Good

South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis

Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.

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