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flag Knysna, South Africa, faces a severe water crisis with up to 55% loss from leaks, risking "Day Zero" as reservoirs drop to 20 days' supply.

flag Knysna, a South African town on the Garden Route, is in a severe water crisis due to aging infrastructure, with up to 55% of its water lost to leaks, and reservoirs at just 20 days’ supply. flag Officials declared a state of disaster as the town faces potential “Day Zero” when taps could run dry. flag Residents are limited to 50 liters of water per day, emergency aid is being delivered by NGOs, and $1.25 million in national funding is being used for repairs, desalination upgrades, and new water sources. flag The crisis highlights long-term neglect and climate-related strain affecting water security across South Africa.

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