The miraculous increase in Cape Town dam levels continues. Dam levels have now reached the very positive level of 53% at 9th July 2018. With snow on the mountains and more rains predicted next week, Western Cape dam levels could reach 60% by the end of July 2018. This is currently over double the level of Western Cape dam levels in the prior year. With daily water consumption still at 50% of the prior year, the Cape Town drought seems to be well and truly over.
Tourism continues to be the main provider of employment in the Western Cape, and Cape Town is excited to welcome back visitors and tourists who are vital to the Province’s economic and social wellbeing.
Cape Town continues to stand out as an example of what a common commitment to water sustainability can achieve. We recognise and thank all stakeholders who have played an important role in this achievement.