Kouga Dam crisis: Water allocations reduced, posing a threat to agriculture in the Gamtoos Valley.

2024-11-01 00:00

The capacity of the Kouga Dam has dropped to below 9% following recent rainfall, posing challenges for the agricultural sector in South Africa's Gamtoos Valley. The dam, which is crucial for the 132 water users in the valley, sustains citrus, cash crops, and dairy farming. The expected decrease in water allocations is a cause for concern.

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